<p>Probably not the best explanation but here goes: Kya was used to traveling freely her entire life, similar to real life nomads. She was used to just going with the flow not being hemmed in by borders or rules. Having that taken away from her is like caging a bird that was born free, you know all the things you're missing and knowing that you no longer have the opportunity or choice to go back to that life.
</p><p>Don't know if that helps. Someone might be able to explain better than I can.
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