[There are a number of angles that Lexa can explore here, but taking on the role of the adviser seems best. Naturally, she knows something that Keya does not: that the Enemy is here, and calling for peace is the last thing anyone wants. Otherwise, this pilgrimage would be something more worthwhile. It would be about selling the various different nations on that concept.

But more importantly: she has bridged her people before. They also had reason to want nothing but war. Her knowledge can help here ... so long as she manages to utilize it without revealing it.]

It's because they think little of you. Of your motivations, and of what drives you. One death to save another means nothing, even in a ritual like this. And the death was of someone with little weight or control, from a culture of the same circumstances.

[It's a sharp beginning, but then she goes on:]

Which isn't to say that your idea is incorrect. But your methods may have to change.