"He and I could talk about where we were from," Hit Girl said, grinning. "Unlike most of the crew, when he spoke with slang I knew exactly what he was saying. It was nice, having that piece of home still there on the ship. It makes you feel a little less naked, knowing someone is just as out of place and from somewhere you can both share."

She stretched her neck. "You guys ever have to deal with this kinda stuff, where you're from?"