[ What was supposed to be a vacation of sorts has very suddenly found itself devoid of moments of rest, so to say the ride along the canals had been unwelcome would be a lie. What's more, Arthur could not have asked for better company, and perhaps with the two of them well and truly alone—

Well, nothing is ever easy, is it? And it is true that they are here to do rather grim work. It is no wonder his companion's thoughts wandered to melancholy places. Arthur can hardly fault him for it.

In response, Arthur can only shake his head a little, offering a small but genuine smile. ]

You've naught to apologize for. I think... when it comes to that sort of thing— [ Wanting to save everyone, wanting to try, only to watch precious lives slip through your fingers. ] —you and I understand each other best, don't we?