Yes, that's what I meant. Sort of. [he sighs] I didn't realize, maybe I've been too... short with him.

[have a sidelong look] I assume you're thoroughly blaming yourself for it, as you do.

[that information makes his eyes widen then go back to his drink. sip sip.] Was she? I wonder how she liked this place. She always did have trouble with people, relating to them, understanding them. It must have been a difficult transition.