That was further attempt to get her to talk about things! Clearly, it was cause for reproach, thank you very much. (It's just that doing so tactfully is not in Avery's arsenal.)

In any case! She nods in return and says, "Good," then... hesitates. Not long, mind you, but enough for her to wonder how she got here. Five minutes ago, this was the last thing she expected to be doing right now. Then Avery rolls her eyes at herself, grabs whatever part of Ciri's clothing she can get a good grip on, and tugs her in closer.