What he doesn't know is how that particular piece of the whole changes the shape and feeling of it in a way she can recognize, into a few quick determinations to hold on to. So young, and already needing a wall to hide behind. But not here - not in this place.

To help him with his predicament, though Helena can't know, she sets her cane aside and holds out her own hand, to make the offer. That will solve it.

"Please."

She trusts him to guide her for this.