Grasping at straws

Aki's whole life was about wandering, about movement and adventure - it was not entirely likely that he would find this woman that Leo spoke of, but he would keep an eye out regardless. He seemed thankful for his offer, readily offering her description, which he placed carefully in his mind. The mask would likely stand out quite a bit, if nothing else. It was a long shot, but he figured he could keep it in the back of his mind as he traveled - this man seemed quite shaken up by her loss, even if he was trying to hide it.

"Well," he started, not quite sure how to console him, or if he should at all. "I could imagine that would be hard." He had a pack, and four children. He could imagine it might be hard for them, too, to lose their mother. "I can understand wanting to find her, but.." his voice trailed off slightly as he shrugged his shoulders. "Do not let your loss consume you. It will make you stronger, but not if you let it drown you." He didn't know if his words would help at all, but it didn't hurt to try.