"I prefer the assumption that our actions matter, because it's better than everything having been dictated by a merciless fate already." Which was the essence of Mar's convictions, and one that had played out well for him so far!

He had several arguments prepared to encourage her onto the battlefield, and although they had different nuances than what she was saying, he figured she'd break them all down into one of those three categories. So he didn't even bother to dispute that point.

"I do look at getting the elements' help as just one part of fighting the Legion, though. I mean, definitely in favor of it in general, but also in the specific."