Don't think that Elena's failed to notice how distraught you seem, Leia.
She's been worried about her friend ever since they had that conversation about the Star Wars movies, and everything that comes with it. At the same time, her reaction to the kitten lets her know that it might be just what the princess needs in terms of distraction.
Smiling, Elena lifts the kitten so that it is more at eye level with Leia.
"It's a cat. Only it's a baby, and they tend to be called kittens. People back in my world would keep them as pets." Elena scritches its tummy with her index finger, before glancing over at Leia in encouragement. "You want to try holding it...?"