It's nothing. Besides, I..... I have some experience with being forced into a role, myself. Not--- Not as bad as you two, obviously, but..... I can understand.

[ that's why she's so adamant about this. she gives them both another squeeze before at last letting go. ] This place is cruel, and awful, but.... maybe, here, there's a chance for all of us. To be free... more free than we were back home.

[ and she wants to ensure it for them, that much is clear. ]