Derrica, who has blessedly never heard of student loans, allows the unknown reference to pass in favor of focusing on the whole.

"I saw you at Starkhaven," is weightier than simple observation. "I wouldn't ask if I didn't think you were capable, and that you understand the importance of what we do."

They are both healers. His hands don't discount him from the work. He had moved so quickly to it, when he was needed.

"With Tevinter camped so close to us, I think it will matter more how this infirmary and these resources are managed."

Case in point: the seeds she is collecting in a little box, ready to plant what they might need to have it readily at hand.