[ well, not obvious to her. she should really know she's an open book by now, but it still surprises her when others seem to know what she's always trying to hide. her expression turns rather somber again, and she nods. ]

Sometimes I think it's strange, living here. I wasn't supposed to have a future, but Luceti gave me a second chance. I know I should be grateful for that, but... [ kicks her legs gently, thinking for a moment ] If I'd known my second chance was going to be so hard, I'm not sure I would have taken it. Not that I really had a choice or anything, but... [ it's the principle of the thing. ]