Mankind will never be free of conflict. If it's handled properly, people can learn from each other. [Something Rose taught Dezel over her life.] But sometimes there are people that the Shepherd just can't purify. Sometimes a more delicate hand is needed. They're necessary protectors.

[He knows Sorey doesn't like to hear that, so he tries to change the subject.]

Their leader's brother heads the Sparrowfeathers.