"I think it is time that I go," Terenia says abruptly, pushing her stool back with a screech and standing. She looks at Claxter evenly, even though he is taller, and much more intimidating, than her in her human form. "I understand that you think I am evil, but my life is not yours to fix. Neither is that of my host. You can't just jump into people's business and pretend that you understand everything that is going on. You have a lot to learn if you want to make it in the military."
To Puk she adds, "Yes, I am selfish. I have to be. It is only through my selfishness that I am still alive. No one has ever given me reason to put their life or happiness in front of my own.
She moves to shove past them, shooting Corliss and Keshin an apologetic smile as she does so. "I wish our conversation could have lasted longer, but it appears I have worn out my welcome. Goodbye."