[ She's about to thank him, though when he offers to bypass the topic entirely, she finds herself falling silent once more. She glances off to the side, in an attempt to look back, but in the end, she shakes her head. ]

No, it is fine. For what it is worth, I accept your apology, and I appreciate you taking the time to give it. [ and in person, even. ]

...I know At Day's End must keep you quite busy as of late.