"--I'm fine, Sir," Pidge replied, not even bothering to correct the old officer about her gender. Really, it didn't matter what people thought as long as she could get her job done. The fact that she was so powerless in this mess was frustrating, but it also gave her reason to work harder.

After all, you didn't need fancy powers to make an impact in the world.

"You should be asking that to the kid and Ms. Kaioh-- especially Ms. Kaioh. A few scratches is nothing."

Then, turning to Michiru: "Ms. Kaioh, how are you holding up?"

Like any peppy Pidgey, she just couldn't wait.