...I know. And I apologise, I was not trying to...

[ She trails off. She can't even begin to know the answer to his question. A part of her wants to give him his space. Maybe she should at least free his hand, but she changes her mind when she mentions these thoughts consuming him, and trying not to let them. The last thing he needs is space right now. Her grip holds firm. ]

I did not mean to rush anything. I merely hoped that having more information would allow me to better assist you, but... I suppose this is not as straightforward or clean cut as judicial law. [ Or even running a restaurant. ]