[ Sasha's senses were on alert as she takes in all possible information she can. Vaguely, she is reminded of the Sanctuary and how closed away it is from the rest of the world and that she uses her power to keep those who are not part of it away, and that it is self-sufficient. It seems as if Marina operates in the same manner.
The minute seems to drag on, but she brushes away thoughts of home as she focuses on the task at-hand: protect Sentience, keep an eye on others, watch herself. ]