...

[ She gets onto her feet, too, to get on his level. She's not leaving, but she wants him to know she's also very serious about this. ]

I'm sorry, too, then.

[ "A cursed child. Be prepared for all the hardships she'll bring upon your family and others around her." ]

I was inconsiderate and started being affectionate without thinking.

[ "She's not good news! None of them are! They're like, bad omens or something!" ]

I don't want to make things harder for you.

[ "Lucia...you're worth more than you realize. Please don't give up on yourself."

Her responses seem regretful, apologetic, but also very practiced. ]

Please tell me if I should...if I should stop.