[Smiles a little, knowing she means well, but uncertain or uncomfortable with saying everything that he's thinking of]
I've just had much on my mind. After everything with those vines... it's left me much to think about. [Nods a bit towards his injured arm, somewhat self-consciously] I suppose I only have myself to blame. There's only so much I can do in this land, with its magic and all those who have extraordinary abilities and callings.