1) Now? What happened to dinner?

2) If she and Tootsie are interested, I could see about that.

3) Not exactly what I had in mind. And it looks like you already knew the answer anyway.

4) …

Nothing.

…

I’m sorry.

5) Sure! Not tonight, as I already have plans, but we can arrange something!

6) …

I have to go get ready. B, can you…?

B: Sure, Lyra.

…

B: Until the day comes, if it ever comes, that you fully understand what that mare’s gone through, it’s best that you don’t compare your life to hers. There are more complicated and painful things to live through then accidentally killing a friend.