Stop.

[ She blinks suddenly at that outburst. Immediate and loud, like somehow - it would fix anything. It's not harsh, not scolding, just simple tiredness. ]

Stop that now. Here. There is no need for more pain. It will beget us nothing but misery.

[ Shifting, adjusting her full skirts with her, she moves to place a hand on his shoulder, rubbing across his back. ] If it hurts, you must let it work free, and find peace afterwards.