[being startled just comes with the territory of being overwhelmed with frustration and dismay, and so...she startles with a little gasp, sitting upright and looking around owlishly before seeing the man approach. her heart drops. the witch's son.]
I'm-! [not!! ...no, she is. never mind. she exhales in a huff, turning her head away to wipe her eyes.] I'm fine, thank you! Though even if I'm not, you needn't bother with me anyway. It'll do no good, so...!
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I'm-! [not!! ...no, she is. never mind. she exhales in a huff, turning her head away to wipe her eyes.] I'm fine, thank you! Though even if I'm not, you needn't bother with me anyway. It'll do no good, so...!