[She didn't finish her question, but Zak answers it for her anyway. In a way, it is at least slightly comforting that she is asking him. It makes it less likely that Tom is in fact here, if neither of them have seen him.
Given a moment to gain his bearings and manage his surprise at seeing her, he realizes that she looks...settled. A bit tired, too, which is worrisome, but her basket speaks to a familiarity and a routine. And, of course, her offer to explain everything. She has obviously not just arrived.
Zak nods in confirmation of that offer. At the same time, he makes a motion with his hand as an unspoken offering to carry her basket for her. He won't presume to take it from her without asking, but he will give her the option to lighten her burden somewhat. If she so chooses.]
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[She didn't finish her question, but Zak answers it for her anyway. In a way, it is at least slightly comforting that she is asking him. It makes it less likely that Tom is in fact here, if neither of them have seen him.
Given a moment to gain his bearings and manage his surprise at seeing her, he realizes that she looks...settled. A bit tired, too, which is worrisome, but her basket speaks to a familiarity and a routine. And, of course, her offer to explain everything. She has obviously not just arrived.
Zak nods in confirmation of that offer. At the same time, he makes a motion with his hand as an unspoken offering to carry her basket for her. He won't presume to take it from her without asking, but he will give her the option to lighten her burden somewhat. If she so chooses.]
And I would appreciate that. Thank you.