It was before Avi got really hurt that he felt it. I remember flipping back to make sure I hadnt missed one of the three getting hurt as I had forgotten about Alanna. But I am currious how he didnt feel her so near. From the way I read it, she was probably only 10 feet away from Nyn and Moraine...
All men are a distraction...but they are useful also. I think the Reds will no long frown upon bonding, but feel they would only bond Asha'man instead of men who can not channel.