[Her ears shoot back.] I don't take them for granted! My ancestors are devoted to helping us preserve the code, and those who make contact with them are dedicated, talented cats!

[Except for when the ignore them, go silent, and they have to make their own signs; Hollyleaf looks sort of pale.]

They're an important part of my life, of course I'd feel...cut-off. Here. I wouldn't expect a Two-leg to understand.