That could be the case... it's a little unsettling to think about.

[time distortion... sheba's brow furrows a little at that. the others didn't seem to realize they'd been gone so long, either, so it's likely not just because of his own experiences at home.

as far as his next question goes - she looks a little surprised to be ask, but she answers, all the same.]

...does it sound bad if I say "myself"? [because she does believe in herself.] When I was traveling with my friends, I wasn't worried about whether we would be able to accomplish our goals or not, because I knew we were capable of doing them.

It's the same now. I have questions I want answered, and I believe I can find them if I look hard enough. That's what keeps me going.