It's from Shiala that Liara has learned much of what she considers to be her core values. The steadfast determination, the unwavering loyalty, the desire to excel no matter the challenge, the willingness to sacrifice what is needed, and the ability to fully own up to her own mistakes. Liara does not always succeed, but she tries her best. Shiala was gentle affirmations and gentle rebukes. She was strong protective arms and silly voices when reading. Shiala taught her how to light a fire, navigate terrain, fire a gun, use her biotics offensively, to maintain her weapons and armor, to blank her emotions to see it all through. Liara falters in these on occasion, some more than others but she tries her best. Shiala was protector and mentor and nurturer all in one. Liara can easily see herself at only four demanding, "Shawla carry!" and in the same breath herself at forty Shiala holding a small vial of sand and another of water to celebrate her graduation. Even when Liara had fought with her mother, she had seen Shiala both to complain to and listen to her advice. Shiala had worked for Liara to have a peaceful life, one where her kindness and beauty would shine through. Liara often fails at these, but she does try. She does try her best. Just the way she was taught.