"I saw some of those power inbalances between men and women, when I was on Earth." She held out one hand and see-sawed it in the air. "Our species is different - not always in good ways. Physically the sexes are very similar in strength and endurance, and in general I would say that women have the higher status."

For reasons of Living People reproduction, which were probably too specific for Kaya's ears.

"When you are a leader, those who follow you can be ignored, shunned, or sent away. But if you have taught everyone's children, it is harder to ignore them. Because they can come bounce on their parents' bed in the morning, and din truth into your ears," she laughed.