[That was more of an answer than Elleru expected, frankly. Her look softens as she lets his words linger, her eyes turning to the water before them: the surface of it is wonderfully reflective, still, serene. It's a peaceful sight unlike any in Anchor, and for all the wondrous discoveries she's made and new experiences she's had, Elleru always comes back to this one that reminds her so much of the world she left behind. She finds it helps her think — she's hoping it'll do the same for Qubit.]

You are. [As forthright as ever.] But I wonder why that is. Perhaps you do not want others to see the true you. Perhaps you are like me, and before coming here, you had a reason to wear a mask.

[She smiles fondly as she considers who she is now, and who she wants to be. As she's mostly conjecturing to herself, she doesn't wait for him to reply before continuing, her tone lighter.]

Or maybe you simply do not wish to be seen as unattractive. But for who?