I wish I could believe in that. [The scowl that had begun to form on his face softened, and he looked to her with a pained expression.] Maybe I just don't have that kind of faith in me.
[His fingers relaxed, and he sighed.] No, I'm sorry. I didn't mean for-- [He gestured around a bit with his free hand.] This, today. [A weak chuckle.] Maybe it's the weather.