[ Alkaid turns to her sister with a smile, a hand raised to offer her to join. She tucks her legs underneath to make room before her attention moves back to Yugiri. Her hand, however, remains raised for her sister to take. ]

It may seem... I suppose, I feel what tugs at my heart and mind pales in comparison to what you and yours struggle with. It may even seem selfish, even though I am committed to helping Doma and Ala Mhigo be free from the Empire.

[ A sad smile tugs at her face before she shakes her head. ] I would not dream of demeaning the experiences of those around us have gone through with my longings.