[ To that end, she does give a moment's pause. It is true that the greatest threat would likely come from those already in power and for the most part her fears revolve around Thorne, if only because that is the one she has the most information on. They had decided to come to Solvunn because it stood as the neutral party in the battle of ideals--something that felt like the easiest, natural decision.

They all need more information before they can take a formal stance on the matter, don't they? ]

Why did you come here, then?

[ Did he also think the greatest threat was elsewhere? Or was he looking for it with the sort of person he is?

For as open-minded as she is on most subjects, she does have a few odd ideas that are unshakable. At least until she's presented with evidence to the contrary. Rebuilding a settlement is arguably more important anyway. ]

You have a little cousin here?

[ Now it's time for Himeka to make a jump in logic and assume there is some sad Elezen child living in squalor in the Tertiary Settlement. If that isn't reason enough to help out, then nothing will be. With her free hand, she taps her sternum twice in a "leave it to me" sort of gesture. ]

Of course. It's not always easy to find your place in a new town, but everyone should have the basics. It wouldn't be the first restoration project I've been a part of either.

[ And arguably one without the backing of, you know, a city-state, friends in high places, proper supplies, etc...

But she's going to try. Hopefully it won't be a disaster. ]