[He isn't watching her reaction as much as he would normally, since he's still struggling to make sure to keep his composure; he's trying to help, not accidentally worry her or upset her any further. But he does notice how she freezes, and her shift in posture.

He's quiet a few more seconds after her words, then gives a small shrug.]

The part that sucks about being logical is that you can know it's the best choice you had, but it's still... It doesn't make it better.

[Just because it was the smart choice--both in her case and in his--doesn't somehow make it less traumatizing. He really wishes it did.]