[Oh. Oh shit. He takes an apprehensive little breath, before taking a step forward and placing a hand on her shoulder. He isn't very good at comfort, but he's going to try.]

Uhm-- please, don't be worried. It is possible for these to be broken, or people to leave for a bit-- they may have left temporarily, or gone home when I was unaware. I'm sure they're just fine, ah...

[Oops. Maybe he can help in another way.]

Here, uhm. You were looking for Tim, yes? I believe he lives out on the islets. I can show you how to get there.