[She gasps inwardly at the mention of his sister. It's a sudden, blatant truth that adds force behind his words, his feelings. And she understands. She doesn't agree, but she understands.]

I - [No, apologies wouldn't do her any good. How would saying she was sorry for what others had done make any difference? She took a shaky breath, but remained determined. She wouldn't turn her back on him, not now.] But now you're here. Here, what you want matters. I know they can give us and take away the people we love any second, but don't you see? That's just it. You can choose to be happy while they're here if you want to, or your can choose not to. Either way, it's up to you.

[She pauses, searching his face, hoping she hasn't upset him irreparably. He seemed like he needed a friend so desperately - and she wanted to be that friend.] I just hope you can find away to choose happiness, even if sometimes it hurts. But I promise you...it's worth the hurt.