Leviathan Gender Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #10

Deryn's mouth dropped open. She'd almost forgotten—the Air Service wouldn't hang a woman, would they? Not even a common soldier. They'd boot her out, certainly, take away everything she'd ever wanted—her home on this airship, the sky itself. But they'd never execute a fifteen-year-old girl. It would be too barking embarrassing. (40.80)

Hey, even if this is maybe a bit patronizing, there have to be some perks. Do you think Deryn is right? Does her true gender protect her from being executed for treason?