[ _{She was upset. She was practically holding her breath to stop herself from crying but-- when Felix issues that statement, the water welling in her blue eyes finally fall free down her cheeks. There's a small whimper in her voice as she hiccups out a tiny sob, attempting (but failing) to hide it.} ]

I'm fine.

[ _{Her voice cracks, and she hides her face with her sleeve to conceal herself, but the stray tears falling and staining the fabric on her knees would say otherwise. She lets out a shuddering gasp, deciding impulsively that she had to bail immediately to spare herself a full on breakdown.} ]

Phew, it's-- [ _{she can't help but sniff and dry her eyes - they were welling up so much she couldn't see.} ] It's getting late. I ... should go. I'm ... going to find somewhere to stay tonight. Thank you, Felix.

[ _{And so Annette quickly steps up and turns to leave, still shielding her face with her arm as she does so.} ]