That's what I said.

[ She takes the seat, thank you. He doesn't get a thank-you for the compliment, however, because it slides off her like water. Empty words. ]

It might... be too intrusive. I'm sorry if it is, but I've been thinking since our first meeting - and. Well. [ It's a little difficult for her because this is the first time she's been able to freely talk about - this. The curse. Everything. ] Are you trapped in some sort of cycle, too? You'd said you've done this before, but not...

[ Not this particular story. ]