[Her smile is understanding as she quietly pours him some tea. Liquids facilitate further digestion.]

There is always value in taking the time to understand who you are and what you want separate from your family or companions. You may not think so at the moment, but... you have grown and changed in ways that would not be possible otherwise.

...Obviously, it is not a good thing that you have been separated from those you love. But my brother returned to Dahuang, perhaps a week before I came to this land. I was stunned at the person he had become. ...And proud.

I am sure your family will feel the same.