Forgiven, though you didn't need to apologize, and he's right; I do understand. [She sighs, rubs at the back of her neck.] Or if someone had such power, why? What could they gain from this? [Besides everyone's misery after what's been such a good time.]

Maybe we can research things together at a later time. Fresh pair of eyes and all. But for now... [She tries to offer what she hopes is a reassuring smile.] Let's go get some fresh air. It's, um, snowing again. Very pretty.