[ She walks at a leisurely pace, letting the kid catch up to her so they can hold an actual conversation rather than talk at each other from a distance. She smiles at his explanation. ]

I don't have a lot of experience here, but that sure sounds like family to me.

I wasn't aware the two of you had a history. I'm sure Guren's was... well, I don't know if he'd be happy or upset to see someone from home, actually. I imagine it's got to be a little of both. It gets lonely here, but... no one would actually want their friends or family to be trapped here with them.