"Indeed, it was. I doubt the Hero of Fereldan remembers me, though, or any of the others. I was just a child." A frightened child who relied on the power of the older mages to see her through the horror. But though they likely wouldn't even have noticed her that first time, she'd never forget her first sight of them. They were strong and capable and she wanted to be just like that one day.

There's an understanding nod at mention of Anders and she sighs, not knowing what to say on that. There are a lot of feelings on the subject, feelings she's tried to dismiss by telling herself that it's the present which needs focus, not dwelling on what was. "He was part of my Circle, though I barely remember him. Mostly, I just heard about all his escape attempts. Escaping is one matter, but I never thought such action would be taken. I can't blame others for the tension, even as I hope they can abide by the Wardens' decision on the matter."