[Hold on. Lailah had been dating Zaveid? That was a shock in and of itself! But she's surprised to hear how much else she's been secretly carrying all of this time while maintaining a happy and carefree smile. Rukia sighs. She's been a fool not to realize the silent ache of her friend's heart.]

[Rather than turning, she settles her hands on her hips and lowers her head with a quiet exhale of breath.]

Forgive me. I wasn't aware of your troubles.

[She lifts her head and gazes down the street for a moment.]

Perhaps we should choose somewhere a bit more quiet, so we can sit down and talk. It seems like you have a great deal on your mind at the moment.

[Rukia jerks her head a little toward the shops.]

I'll buy your dessert. It's the least I can do for being so insensitive.