[Natasha's tone is apologetic, but not pitying. She doesn't seem especially ashamed either, just—sympathetic. Their last mission was one where Natasha could find deep sympathy for the people who'd wanted to save the inhabitants, and also for those who couldn't prioritize them.
Nothing about any of this is easy, or simple.]
I could talk about something else, but I'd be lying if I said I'm not curious.
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[Natasha's tone is apologetic, but not pitying. She doesn't seem especially ashamed either, just—sympathetic. Their last mission was one where Natasha could find deep sympathy for the people who'd wanted to save the inhabitants, and also for those who couldn't prioritize them.
Nothing about any of this is easy, or simple.]
I could talk about something else, but I'd be lying if I said I'm not curious.