[ He feels like he's finally reaching the point of being able to piece some of these things together... ]

So she has a lot resting on her shoulders, then... [ a beat ] But, from the sounds of it, this is something that will make her happy.

[ For just a moment, he's wearing a small, but warm smile. ]

You said it yourself -- the rod decided she's the one fit for the job out of everyone. Based on that alone, I'm sure nothing would make her happier than to save what she loves and fight for something she believes in...

[ Not that... he would know anything about doing that kind of thing...?? ]

And it sounds like she definitely has you in her corner, rooting for her, right?