Well, that's something. It's too much, actually, not the answer but the contact - she's too long been taking advantage of Greta's naturally affectionate tactile nature, and now it feels cheaper and more manipulative than ever. After a moment she ducks her head down, shying away from Greta's hand, taking it instead between hers.

"I know this is unbearable," she says. "I honestly can't imagine. But... as long as we can be, as long as we're allowed, we're your family." She looks up, willing herself to meet Greta's eyes. "And as long as I'm here to make this decision, no one is getting left behind."