[ She notices his emotional reaction, but it falls flat of doing much to soothe the damage done. Not that she has any inclination that was the purpose of it, of course. It's easier all in all to focus on that question, to hold onto the curiosity she feels from him, and provide him with the answers he's looking for. ]

I don't have to kill people, if that's what you're asking. [ Maybe it is, but maybe it isn't. The latter is why she continues. ] I don't need much, not enough to really hurt someone with the loss.

[ After a moment's pause, she adds: ] You can ask other questions if you want. We're all connected, you might as well know about what I am.