[She could add something cheesy like, "Enjoy these days while you can! It'll be over before you know it!" But Iona knows what it's like to be on the receiving end of such commentary. It's more disheartening than encouraging, a daunting warning rather than a gentle reminder.
The coffee is finished, poured, and then served, smoothly and without a fuss. She sets it down near Oreki with a smile.]
Ah, the first drink for newcomers is free. Aren't you lucky?
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[She could add something cheesy like, "Enjoy these days while you can! It'll be over before you know it!" But Iona knows what it's like to be on the receiving end of such commentary. It's more disheartening than encouraging, a daunting warning rather than a gentle reminder.
The coffee is finished, poured, and then served, smoothly and without a fuss. She sets it down near Oreki with a smile.]
Ah, the first drink for newcomers is free. Aren't you lucky?