Jade doesn't let it show, but she really misses her family and friends.
After their birth, no Shadowkhan is allowed to see the Queen unless they earn the privilege by centuries of devoted service. And the Queen is their mother. Jade can't help but find it harsh.
Hiruzen's Anger Born of Worry when Jade's botched escape attempt almost kills her, and Jade's resulting Heroic BSoD from the same.
Hishu being absolutely driven to try and rescue Jade from Tobe, only to fail at the last minute due to Nonki's intervention. In fact, acknowledging that failure is Hishu's last thought as the mask seals him.
