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She went on to express her own sympathy. Howl had to leave his family behind, not knowing how they would fare without and not even knowing if they were still alive. But Brynn has seen her parents and family die. There was no uncertainty there. Howl considered her story to be worse than his own, at least Howl could imagine that his parents were alive, no matter how improbable it was. He nodded to her appreciation but felt that she needn't thank him. 

He smiled and at her words before speaking. "I would enjoy that. In truth this is my first time visiting here." he chuckled a bit before speaking. "You know, you should stop selling yourself short. Any man should feel delighted to spend his time with such a stunning young woman. I know I am." he said ready to walk beside her as he joined her.