She poured some fruit-based syrup over her pancakes and cut them into bite-sized pieces. She was quick to start eating, but tried not to look too rushed or crude as she did it.
She paused when he asked the question, lowering her fork. "I...don't know," she said carefully. "Not really. But better than I was." She frowned a little, looking down at her food. "I just.. I always wanted a family. Maybe it wasn't the most normal family, but when I was most alone, they were there. Now..."