"Oh." Rose's face fell a little. She'd been enjoying the company and this seemed quite random, even for a person who'd just sat down with her to have a piece of pie and talk about myths. She nodded and looked down, worried that she'd said or did something, or that he was in bad shape.
"Have a good night, Malachi." she managed weakly, with a small smile. If he'd had a long day and an even longer night, she wouldn't stop him from leaving.