I can get you one of those if you like.

She teased, but concern drifted through her eyes when Erskine tried to stand, sensing his pain and hesitation. Besides that, the smile on his face was false. Few could hide anything from her, but part of her wished that she didn't have the power of empathy, it was useful at times, but not now. She stood and stepped toward him, poking him gently with her nose.

No, she replied, I was simply trying to lighten the mood.