[Maribelle draws her plate closer and holds it in her lap as Ike speaks.]

...Yes, I believe I understand what you mean. ...It seems you've opened my mind - I'd never considered it in this light before, but I suppose it's much the same way with our company here. Perhaps we aren't all... friendly with each other, but we are, still, family. It's why I strive to ensure that I am of use to Lord Chrom, no matter what the task may be.

...And why I tolerate the buffoonery of Vaike, but that's an insight for another day.