[ She knew exactly what he meant, and unconsciously grimaced under the weight of those words. ]

But... you're alright now. [ There was a small moment of silence before she spoke up again- content at first with listening to the sound of their footsteps and soft breathing. She keeps her eyes fixated on the ground as they walk, almost as if she was preoccupied with something. ] You're here, and that's what matters... I'm glad that you're safe.

[ Lyria draws a bit closer as they walk. To overcome something like that... it must have been very difficult, and the severity of the situation past and currently only deepens the pit she feels at the bottom of her stomach. ]

Huh? Me? [ The girl will momentarily lift her gaze, only to have it fall back down when their eyes meet. ] I... I'm fine. I want to be here to help, too.