( she wants to do things her own way -- just like he would. she idolizes him so it's not surprise that she would want to do her best to cut a path for herself in this place. she's pretty adaptable but having tristan with her upon arrival was really helpful, too. he made her feel safe and like she didn't have to be alone in this. )

Us Wheelers are made of stronger stuff than most!

( okay, that's maybe not super true for serenity although her strength was shown a few times in the show because he's definitely the stronger one of the pair of them. he had to deal with so much more than she has in her life.

she appreciates all the help that he wants to give though and it would be dumb of her to look a gift horse in the mouth. )

Hmm, I'll have to think about it~

( okay, she's teasing and she can't do it for long before she snickering behind her hands. )

Okay, I think that's something I can definitely get behind, Big Brother!