She grins at him as he laughs. She knows how serious this is for him, and in trying to approach it with humor, she's trying to make it easier. For the both of them.

Her eyelids flutter at the caress, and it's clear, he's having an effect on her, but she's focusing on his words.

"I do. One of the things I love about this place... It lets me put down a lot of what I carry in Helium. I love Helium, but sometimes, I forget I need to rest."

She takes a breath, a soft, contented smile on her face. "Do you want me to remind you? I mean, if you want to talk about it. Or -- something..."

Again, she falters, grinning despite herself.