No, that wasn't good enough. She turns her shoulders once more to address him, but what else could she say to someone who just arrived? 'I'm glad you are here,' seemed to make joy in shared misfortune. And 'Good luck,' seemed like misfortune was waiting for him.
...
There really was only one thing that seemed remotely appropriate.
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No, that wasn't good enough. She turns her shoulders once more to address him, but what else could she say to someone who just arrived? 'I'm glad you are here,' seemed to make joy in shared misfortune. And 'Good luck,' seemed like misfortune was waiting for him.
...
There really was only one thing that seemed remotely appropriate.
"Thank you for your help, Devero." She meant it.