"Karal's not like that. Not like that at all," she said. "In fact, I think he's had dealings with people that ever very much like the Yevonites. So I'm pretty sure he'd understand why you reacted the way you did."

Isabel looked down. "I don't trust people easily. But I trust Karal. As for your instincts, this is a special case. Extenuating circumstances and all."