[She's not sure why she would have expected any other sort of answer from him. Everything he does, he does over-the-top, and she can't help laughing a little in response.]

A gentleman in distress, is that it? Do you need me to rush over there and save you?

[Of course, she's sure that's the last thing he wants, given how fond he is of said handsome sea monster.]

But yes, I think they did. There's no pain any longer, which I'm grateful for. Thank you again for visiting— and your offerings, of course. I was very fortunate to have so much good company while I was stuck at home. How have you been since I last saw you?