She shook her head, taking the ice cream gratefully. "It's not your fault. You're so sweet for coming over."
A slight laugh escaped her lips, but it sounded like a whimper. She leaned into his touch instinctively and took a deep breath. "So... he didn't think it was serious, then?"
"I'm sure he did, Petra.. Look, he's off. Not totally right, okay? It's hard for him to connect with other people.. Especially in relationships like yours."