I wouldn't have asked if I didn't want to know. It was merely the notion of you thinking to take that privilege away from me for just asking questions that bothers me.

[She doesn't see it. She doesn't see any of it, because she doesn't dare turn around to look at his face through his spiel. A deep sigh, after which she wilts like a flower.]

Regardless, I insulted you, and I'm sorry. I'll take my leave now.