"Sure!" Pip answered, but then went off somewhat humming to herself. "'s not as obvious as with Peoples, 'cause we are- oh, what's the word mister sorcerer used?"

Rather than scratch her own head, Pip scratched Joanna's. Just a little.

"Mercurial in physical nature! An also a girl. Say..."

Another humming scuffle later came the question.

"You really dun got Aethies where you're from, do you?"