Something in Connor's expression hardens for a moment, but it passes and the "lightness," such as it was, returns. "It's more than a political affiliation. The witches in Midnight are there because the kind of magic they want to practice, the kind of magic that feels most intrinsic to them, is banned." At least that's the way he sees it. Maybe she's right, maybe it is a choice, he can't really be sure, not having magic himself.

He shifts his weight, thinking for a moment on what he wants to say. Tries to not seem like he's attacking her, as much as argumentation comes like second nature to him. "Look, I'm not saying you're wrong about the werewolves, but I don't think the distinction needs to be made. It would make more sense for the two groups to just join up in their mutual lack of respect from the rest of the community."