Part of growing up is knowing when to quit, and this is one of those moments. It's also one of the first moments when Saba accepts the help of another person.

Although Maev doesn't know where the chaal comes from, she knows that it supplies the Tonton with everything they need to retain their dominance. Even worse, it's helping them actually extend their reach.

Maev is Saba's first real friend. Although there are some real differences between the two girls, they seem to understand one another and have the capacity to be unflinchingly honest about their thoughts.