[It's never going to be easy. Nothing in Thedas truly is. And to be something completely different... well, Bruce can relate to that, just a bit. It stings that he can't do much for them, but whatever he could do, he would try if the chance arose.

Part of him wants to keep her company just to make sure she's alright, but he also knows that sometimes giving others space is the best option. He gives a small nod.]

You're not keeping me, don't worry - this is just recreation for me. [The potion making that he's doing, that is.] But I'll let you be. Try not to stay up for much longer, alright?