[Maria looks at that hand and wonders if this is a joke? does he want to hold her hand? or is he seriously trying to be funny? it's a mystery alright and she opts to not put her hand in his because as a wise man once said: what the fuck?]

I'll survive. [time loops be dammed.] Maybe your struggles have something to do with your ability not to trust. Can't open yourself up. Afraid of getting hurt?

[she laughs.]

I sound like a therapist.