[ His sister would know how to provide comfort in moments like this. Dream wants to help, and he understands what it feels like to grieve. He will always carry his son with him, and the old, persistent ache of his loss.

So he tries. ]

They are not forgotten. [ He gazes at the blank gravestones for a long moment before looking to his companion again. ] You honor their memory by lingering here, as you honor those you have lost. This is a place of contemplation.

[ Dream continues to look at her, thoughtful. ] You need not apologize to me. [ A pause. ] I am listening, should you wish to continue.