Wait.... she really did? Is it just a joke, a playfulness? (But why would it be...?) Konstantin stares at her, unsure how to take this, lingering between a smile and unease.

"I was hoping to go, but.... ah. Unfortunately, my body isn't doing so great, again."

The... sickness, right. Oh, it's still a little bit awkward...

"I'm sorry you had to see it for yourself, before. I... was hoping no one would have to."