Rinoa's oblivious to the change in scenery. Her friend is hurting, has endured so much more than she could ever know. She's learned that she's pretty naive about a lot of things in the real world, but seeing Selphie go through it? Cheerful, singing Selphie? It's just too much.

"I had no idea that you... You shouldn't have had to go through that. I wish I had been there for you." She feels Selphie's hands on her; she's pretty sure the girl can hear her, but even if she can't, it doesn't change how Rinoa feels. "I'm sorry I wasn't there, but I'm here now. I can't change what's past, but if you ever want to talk or just sit, whatever you need, I'm here for you. So just come back to me, okay?

"I can't lose you too." It's a broken whisper, and she tightens her grip on her, scared to let her go.