At that she laughs, short, not entirely cheerful. "It counts, certainly. And should suit even the most impatient among us."

Of which there are far too many. But he's right: there's a definite potential for unity and she's more hopeful about this than she's been in a little while. "Thank you," she adds. He's actually set her mind at ease a little. "If I learn anything new, I'll be sure to let you know."