MOMO canted her head slightly, her attention shifting back to Lei. Perhaps he really was someone who preferred it when things were quiet... She smiled a little sheepishly, but it wasn't as though she could simply ignore Peter. That would be rude.

"It's the same where I'm from too," she said, speaking quieter than she had been as she turned back to Peter. "But here, it can be bothersome for anyone to keep constant watch on someone. I wouldn't want to trouble anyone like that and besides, I'm perfectly capable of taking care of myself." Even if it was scary being alone sometimes...

"Thank you, though! If either of you ever need help too, I'd be happy to help. I may not... er..." She paused, then lowered her voice a bit more before continuing, "I may not be as good a fighter as some others I know, but I can help with healing."