[ at least they don't take it personally; she doesn't mind despair, really. but she's a little worn. ]
Yes, I'm afraid I haven't taken the time to learn anything new here.
[ she plays a part of one now, plucking softly enough that she can speak over the music. she's no concert performer, but still, she's practiced at it. ]
I wanted to know if perhaps you were the one to bring me my harp, but either way, I'm happy for a chance to play it.
[they settle in to listen-- it's calming. relaxing, in a way they don't tend to hear unless they play it themselves. when they speak, they keep their voice quiet enough to continue listening, not wanting to interrupt the melody.]
It was not my choice so specifically, no. But I do not think something that may bring you some comfort is out of place, either, despite your alignment with me.
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Ah, I was wondering if you might wish to hear a song.
[ when she sits across from them, she holds a little harp in her lap. ]
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[they don't mind if she's a little distant-- really, that suits them well enough.]
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Yes, I'm afraid I haven't taken the time to learn anything new here.
[ she plays a part of one now, plucking softly enough that she can speak over the music. she's no concert performer, but still, she's practiced at it. ]
I wanted to know if perhaps you were the one to bring me my harp, but either way, I'm happy for a chance to play it.
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It was not my choice so specifically, no. But I do not think something that may bring you some comfort is out of place, either, despite your alignment with me.