Yes. Desdemona-san, although a little hot-headed at times, is also very nurturing which makes her a good person to talk to, if you have a problem, no matter the issue.
Everyone who works under SAI understands that they need to keep an open mind about things.

I can understand how difficult it is to have to keep it from your friends. It's a difficult thing for others to understand. Not everyone will react negatively though. True friends will stand by you, no matter what.