She can feel that little hesitation, knowing he means it, but also remembering what he had told her the last time they saw each other. He was afraid of becoming a monster.

"No, you don't need to apologize, Bash." She finally turns to face him, "At least we can support each other now. My monster might think twice knowing there's another on board who can take her on."

Valdis glances back at the photo wall.

"I just need to stop dwelling, but yeah, coffee is always welcome. I've greatly missed your brew, no one else can get it quite right."