[She smiles a bit as well. Wry isn't exactly her style, but she matches it with a spark of understanding in her eyes, and humour in her voice.] This isn't the worst thing to happen to me either.

[Nor is a floating lady the weirdest thing she's ever seen. She does stare for a moment, though she seems just as impressed as anything else.]

I'm Lilia. It's nice to meet you, Carol. [Conditions of the meeting aside. She doesn't have any fancy titles. "Reincarnation of a friend of the spirits" doesn't count.] I haven't heard of any Star Sapphires before. Maybe you could tell me about it once we figure this - [Gestures to the ship around them.] - out. Curiosity joins compassion in her expression.] Are you human as well?