"His role in saving her from her torture may have played a role in her decision." Meesei reasoned. "Even though she freed herself, it was his willingness to defy Arinette that allowed her the opportunity. Still, I do believe there is more to it. She mentioned that she did not want to become someone violent and ruthless like Arinette. She said that she had the power to tear the zealot apart, layer by layer, and for a few moments, the desire to do so. But, she did not give into it. She did not want to become like her. That may be why she is willing to forgive him. Do'rhajul was deceived by Vile into fighting for him, so she wants him to pay for his crimes by helping us against Vile, instead of through violent retribution."

Meesei paused, allowing herself a moment to rest her feet and sit down on Lunise's bed nearby. She kept one hand on Lunise's and gently encouraged her to join her before she continued. "I...well frankly it amazes me, the strength of her convictions. After everything she had been through in life, all of the pain and suffering, she is still such a wonderful soul. How many do you know that could be so cruelly abused, and yet not be drawn in by spite and rage? She is someone who, at her heart, wants nothing but peace, and who has, against all odds, remained uncorrupted by war. In her position, I would not have made the same choices. I would have killed Arinette and her allies without hesitation, or a hint of mercy. I still likely would have captured Do'rhajul, but only for his knowledge, not to offer him any sort of path to redemption. She is such a remarkable person. I believe that Sabine is just as capable as any of my pack to form her own. Perhaps the most capable, in fact. Had she been willing, she would have been my choice to become my second after Lorag decided to retire from the position. To answer your question, forming her own pack would make her more independent from me, though it is not as if it would put any real distance between us. We would still be in the same clan, and would still be just as close. It would just give her more responsibilities."