[ Merrin is not necessarily about keeping the peace herself. She has no qualms with fighting those who harm others. She can be swift in doling out what she feels is suitable punishment, too, but that fire in her that was motivated so heavily from seeking vengeance against those who had destroyed her people, her family, her heart itself — it nearly consumed her. All Imperials were targets for her wrath.

She does not hesitate to fight back and she does not regret when doing what must be done, but she is careful not to let her anger go unchecked as it once did. ]

It should not have happened. On this, we agree. But to stop it happening again, I need to know it better — this world and its people. Understand this — I do not trust those who brought us here and harbor us. They provide for us but it is a false comfort. They expect obedience of us and I answer to no one. They want loyalty and I do not give it freely.

I will protect those of this world being harmed. I will not allow other Summoned to suffer. There is power in this world I need to understand, Alyx. It is the only way to protect us.