[It's why Rean's not pushing the issue. If he's learned anything over the past couple of years, it's that the best thing he can do for people is just be there, quietly, and that they'll speak when they're ready.

Rean nods.]

I get it.

[He gives a little sigh, then a smile.]

Hey. For a better topic: I know this country sells books like the ones you have back in your home country. Anything else striking you as similar?

[He's not positive this line of inquiry will lead him where he's hoping, but it's worth a shot.

He wants to end this interaction on a positive note.]