For Shepard it wasn't so much about breaking barriers as it was, not letting anything get in her way. And she had an excellent record when it came to that. But both could be useful under the right circumstances and this was one that definitely qualified.

She simply nods along with Bo, until the woman says something a little curious, a single word that sets the tone and sets Shepard's eyes wandering.

"What? Just me? When we're among such fascinating company?" She laughs and lets the question hang there. As Bo said, the real plans could wait for now.