[He's "Mr. Unicorn" again... well, it's fine. He closes his eyes a moment, lamenting the fact that he does not have arms to cross. In any case...]

No manner of strength will keep you safe from all of the curses in this world.

[With some reluctance, he continues—he'll push past his desire to appear unshakeable, finding it more important to reassure her, in this case.]

I myself fell victim to one of them...

[He would rather not go into the details, though. If possible.]