[Jennifer watches him curiously a moment, but perks up at the mention of a familiar name]

Sharak! Yes, I know her. I-I'm not sure if we're friends, exactly, but she was a great help to me when I was a shinki. [She's always a little hesitant to refer to someone as a friend, not wanting to misunderstand anything.] She taught me how to meditate.

[She tilts her head curiously] You're friends with her too?