[Ariadne didn't quite know what to think of his general non-reaction, but after a couple moments of considering, thought it was likely better that he took a neutral position in not saying anything. He didn't have to get involved. She leaned back against the couch, shifting so she faced him more fully and shook her head.]

How's the nose?

[AND SHE UTTERED THE WORST WORD AGAIN. The rattling starts up and she's unfolding her legs from underneath herself, looking around.]