Though her voice was steady and her face was hung low, Helga could still tell by her body language that she was distraught. Looking at Arianna with deep concern, she tilted her head in order to make eye contact with the young lady and she fretted her brow.
"Is something the matter? Is it because of my return? Please do not be upset. I may not remember you from the last time I was here, but I assure you that I am very much the same person. Circumstances out of our control dictate that we must introduce ourselves again, but you will find that I am the same Helga as before. I am a friend, not a stranger."