An exhausted sounding sigh leaves the woman as she slowly sinks into her seat. All had been going about as well as it could have that day - and yet, it was of little comfort to her at all. Not during a time such as this.

As she lifts her head, she catches the gaze of the other, and seems to bristle for just a moment. She bows her head, offering a polite, if apologetic smile. "...Pardon my manners. Hello, and welcome."