It likely would command respect...were they to know what it meant.

"Physical contact," she responds as she squeezes Shura's hand briefly, before letting go. With her medical gloves on, she seems solid--completely human. "We've been trying to keep the energy of this city going for quite some time, though for some reason...we can't do it alone, anymore."

It's very brief, but the gravity of the situation for her is quite apparent.

"...And do forgive my brother, Miss Shura. We still haven't completely house-trained him."