"Oh, Blue, I'm so sorry. I think I knew some of them, that's... is there anything I can do for you? Can I buy you some... tea?" Wincing, I cover my face with my hand. "That sounds awful, I'm sorry, one can't fix such things with tea, but if it would help at all?"

My problems, though great, seem to shrink in the moment. I know how she feels, to have everyone from home leave you, despite it not being your, or their intentions. I felt much the same after you left, and again, realizing you weren't here when I returned. "Or if you want to talk, I know some people find it comforting."