She's mentioned that, yes— and when she does like people, she believes it to be against her better judgment.

[Something he's certain Berna knows full well already.

Her bluntness startles an honest laugh out of him, brighter than the reserved chuckle he'd given before. He inclines his head slightly— she has the right of it.]

It is. One of many.

[He's sure Berna has heard by now that he and Amelia have a great deal in common, as well, for as different as their outward demeanors may seem.]