Rue can't help the gentle pinch of worry on their brow, but they shake it away after only a moment, instead forcing a bright smile.]
Of course, darling. I know you're right. It's pointless to focus on the negative. I know that all of us will be just fine.
[It is a lying lie, but Rue can't stand to have this conversation anymore. To be told they shouldn't worry when their very life is at stake feels beyond patronizing.]
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Rue can't help the gentle pinch of worry on their brow, but they shake it away after only a moment, instead forcing a bright smile.]
Of course, darling. I know you're right. It's pointless to focus on the negative. I know that all of us will be just fine.
[It is a lying lie, but Rue can't stand to have this conversation anymore. To be told they shouldn't worry when their very life is at stake feels beyond patronizing.]
You've been quite well?