[Well, she certainly has a point. Alfor nods his agreement with the assessment.] That's true, isn't it? The cold can be unforgiving, and the ice along with it.

[And he realizes that even this weather may turn more hostile soon.

The next observation catches his attention -- at least how surprised she sounds -- and he turns to face her fully. There's a smile starting on his face at that.]

Yes, last time I checked, at least. [His expression turns almost playful as he adds,] And a Galra. [At least in part, he thinks.] I don't believe we've met before. I'm Alfor.