[ America nods back. Fine, no punching, either. She uncurls her fist. ]

[ She opens her mouth to say she understands, but it's not that simple, is it. ]

I understand we can't lie, can't sit here in silence, and we probably want to get across as carefully, but as quickly as possible. That's what I understand.

[ Her eyes drift to water as she speaks. She can hear things move around from time to time, some uncomfortable splashing. They really don't want to fall in, especially. ]

Should we...I don't know, play a question game?