[that's most likely for the best.

She lets her grip ease up a little, now that he seems to be feeling better, though she doesn't move away yet.]

… T'would seem we chose our allies poorly, after all.

[it's an indictment of herself as much as anyone. If she'd taken more care in asking for people who were interested…

She closes her eyes for a moment.]

… We'll rebuild. However long it takes… hope will still be there.