It must have felt a small betrayal, even not knowing those that greeted her. A few friendly faces or at least those more knowledgable only to turn Meteion and her companions over to a much more imposing and clearly militant group of people. Anyone would be afraid.

She is cognizant, of course, of the effect it must have had on Meteion's mood. The greatest danger they would face...

"Neither do I," Himeka admits. She wouldn't pretend she had all the answers. What she can offer is something important, though. "But that's why it's important for all of us to stick together until we figure it out."