[ Claire's concern brings about an unexpected bubble of laughter in her chest along with a wave of appreciation. The fuss also makes the tips of her ears flush in embarrassment. ]
Of course I'm okay! Why wouldn't I be?
[ It's mostly the truth, and she's glad for the illusion that the Horizon brings. The various bruise, scratches and scrapes she's collected over the course of the last week are tactfully hidden under clothing and make up, but a part of her has a feeling that Claire would be able to sniff out her little white lie. Mother's had that uncanny ability. ]
Are you alright? I haven't seen you since we had to go back to our territories.
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Of course I'm okay! Why wouldn't I be?
[ It's mostly the truth, and she's glad for the illusion that the Horizon brings. The various bruise, scratches and scrapes she's collected over the course of the last week are tactfully hidden under clothing and make up, but a part of her has a feeling that Claire would be able to sniff out her little white lie. Mother's had that uncanny ability. ]
Are you alright? I haven't seen you since we had to go back to our territories.