Yeah. That's kind of what I figured? I mean, it was the same for me. Haha.

[ but the laughter doesn't sound like she's amused. more like she's buying what little time she can for her brain to catch up to her tongue. this time she stays silent until jennifer is done talking, and only then does she speak. ]

Not really? Maybe a little. I'm more upset that you have to feel that way, since- I used to feel like that, too? Even though it's wrong. You shouldn't have to be the target, because nobody should. It's shitty and I hate it.

[ the traces of expression finally slip away from her face. she deflates inward, her wings drawing back to their original positions, and after a moment she sighs. ]

I'm glad we met, too. I hope I'm not upsetting you?