Just because you've experienced... some things that the orb threw at all of you before, it doesn't make it an easier time.

[ in fact, it may make it worse — if she's been managing without hallucinations and things like that, for them to be back... well. familiarity does not mean dealing with it is any easier. ]

... I'm sure you know this already, but — it's okay if you're not okay. Just... if there's anything that might make you feel better, help with it all, let me know. [ a pause, and she adds, quieter, ] I don't like to see my friends suffer in silence.