[Her grip on her legs loosens a bit, and some of the expression returns to her face. So - humans feel this way as well? They feel torn between different selves, driven by impulses that seem to come from another being?
But none of this helps her with Asuka. How can she make Asuka understand? She will forever see the differences, not the similarities. To Asuka, Rei will always be an Angel.
With a soft sigh, she turns away from him again. It is obvious, though, that his words have had some small effect.]