That is— [ Euphie isn't the only one feeling lumps in her throat. He is far from prone to nervous gestures, but he has to lace his fingers together not only for warmth, but to still the impulse to run them through his hair. ] That has been on the minds of many, but it is not my place to learn of so easily. Your sister...
[ He pauses, considering that. ] She is not here. [ It wasn't a question. Not only would she have contacted him right away (she would have, right?) but Euphie would have mentioned her at some point as well. ]