[The truth is that he's never been very good at this sort of thing, but as time goes on it becomes clear that neither of them want to rip off the bandage. Given his current research, however, he would be remiss if he didn't pursue this further. And...he wants to make sure that she's all right. Viktor is just, generally, poor at asking.
The workshop is always open to her, and he knows there's no expectation for him to meet her at the door. He's on his feet regardless, in the back of the workshop at the kitchenette. Viktor pokes his head into the door frame when he hears her come in.]
Hi. [Thanks for coming goes unsaid--it feels slightly hollow, because they both know what she's here for. That said, he can at least offer her some hospitality.] I was just putting the kettle on. Would you like anything?
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The workshop is always open to her, and he knows there's no expectation for him to meet her at the door. He's on his feet regardless, in the back of the workshop at the kitchenette. Viktor pokes his head into the door frame when he hears her come in.]
Hi. [Thanks for coming goes unsaid--it feels slightly hollow, because they both know what she's here for. That said, he can at least offer her some hospitality.] I was just putting the kettle on. Would you like anything?