She shakes her head, sympathetic. "You needn't apologize," she assures him, gently. "Today's kept you busy, I'm sure. I'm grateful you were able to come out here and help these people, even after all that."

Ava gestures toward the stairs. "Why don't you come back up to the house with me? If some food or water or tea would help I'm happy to set you up. Even getting some fresh air might make you feel better, maybe."