Ah. He could guess what was going on, here. There must be a version of him back where she had come from...and they must have been on at least decent terms. A look of sympathy passed over his gaunt face as he nodded in the affirmative.

"I am, child, and I am s-s-sorry to disappoint you."

Damn his stutter. He winced a little, but...well, damage was done. Besides, he was curious. "Am I correct in thinking we are friends in another world?"