[ Ace opens his mouth in a protest as he sees Zelda apologising, not really seeing the point of her apparent guilt. Her assistance was more than welcome, and she's taught him more than he could have ever asked for. ]

No, there's nothing to apologise for, Zelda. You've been a great help, and if there's anybody who should be answering questions, it's the forces responsible for putting us in here.

[ That, and he'll remember to be more careful with his assumptions, but by no means less inquisitive. ]