The same... [His temper snuffed out in an instant, all he can do is repeat those words. They sound just as hollow from his mouth.]
[Zelgadis looks on for another second, trying to place what's so off about her, before it finally registers. This slouched woman with a voice full of regret was the same Saber whose memories he'd seen? That feeling, her pride and honor, he'd never forgotten it. And looking at her now... is this what he does to her? No wonder she wants him keeping his distance.]
[Teeth grinding, the shame makes him look away. He has no right to take any of that away from her, not for any reason. Certainly not for the sake of his own feelings.]
I'm sorry I kept you. [His voice is soft, all anger drained away.] Go on to bed.
I'll just -- take a walk. [He doesn't so much as glance her way as he turns for the door. Accepting what he's done is one thing, but he can't bear to actually watch. Selfish, he knows. Heartless...?]