[possibly it's because "travel" and "danger" occur in very controlled and ultimately life-threatening circumstances in Effie's world, or possibly it's because she remembers thinking Sif would be a sure victor in any Games-- but to hear that this has been Sif's entire life saddens Effie. she imagines Sif on the run from wild beasts out to kill her, betrayed by allies, and narrowly avoiding being struck by very deliberate lightning bolts. well, there goes some of her cheer]

Oh, my. That's... well, you certainly seem stronger for it. [trying. trying so hard not to fawn over Sif like she is a tribute. it would really not help matters that Sif is so much taller. it wouldn't work very well!] And you've been marvelous here. Why, having you around makes me feel very safe indeed!