"Because you can't trust anyone, no matter if they're human or any other sort of being. Before you get to know them. And you can't get to know them if you lash out at everyone you encounter based on what race or species they are..." she tells Demona patiently. Because she knows how difficult it is to overcome such ingrained distrust.

"It's good to be careful. But trying to hurt someone before they hurt you... is only going to reinforce the violence from both sides."