"You knew him?" It wasn't that she forgot who he really was, it just hadn't crossed her mind in some time as she remembered the first time they met. Things had been happy for a short time before it all came crashing down. Now, he'd really presented a changed man, and part of her was willing to see if they could move forward as friends. But the warmth he offered, the sweet smile and concern---she had missed that.
"I'm fine. Just taking an afternoon to relax. I saw they were showcasing Degas. I needed to take a peek." She smiled sweetly.