[ An odd question to ask, one that requires her to look deeper into herself and really think about the answer. He's trying to figure her out, she's seen this sort of reaction from others before, but she doesn't shy away from his question. When she answers after a moment, it's just as honest as everything else she's said. ]

Yes, actually. I might not have immediately cared this much about Seth, but you-- When I care about someone, that extends to the people they care about.

[ It's one of many of her traits that have frustrated people over the years, especially when that care has made things more complicated or gotten them into trouble. But she could no sooner stop caring about those people than she could stop being a vampire. ]

I once had someone tell me my compassion is a gift. I try to embrace it.