The look on Phil's face calls to mind what Linden would describe as akin to a "proud Districter," one who risks much through defiance but prefers the risk to becoming what they hate most. He respects it even as he recognizes how dangerous it is.

"Even for one accustomed to doing very unpleasant things in his line of work, there are things that shouldn't be expected of any human being. I think your revulsion is, if not popular, at least appropriate."