Despite the tempestuous nature of our faction, I've noticed some tend to shy away from open confrontation during Communion. Likely due to the powerful emotions involved.

[Byleth himself might not have intervened if he hadn't chanced to actually pay attention to what was being said. Communion was discomforting for him, but for once Vern's theatrics had ensnared Byleth's puzzled curiosity long enough to actually understand what the heated discussion was about - as he'd been ready to ignore it, thinking it typical horn-locking between two strong personalities.]

But that isn't an excuse to allow such views to go unchecked. There comes a point when silence edges into complicity. While it's true Vern may not indulge in the practice at Kenos, the fact his views of the practice and his supposed inherent superiority remain unchanged is troubling. It indicates a lack of self-reflection and humility.

[Two cardinal sins of a mercenary, in Byleth's humble opinion.]

I don't understand how others could overlook it... it confuses me.