[They've both really been through it, though Gale's challenges are ongoing as she's well aware.]

... I only know how to be myself. And sometimes that "self" isn't the most gracious or flexible.

[She moves her seat closer to him so that she can place her hand over his.]

So if the you were able to seek me out despite all of that... I don't think you would have sought me out.

[His hand is given a reassuring squeeze.]

We still have the entire afternoon. If you'd like to stay, I have some books I'd like to show you that our department back home is planning on for our curriculum.

[so romantic...]