[that hurts to hear, too, especially because... Lina kind of has the opposite problem. too many girls are interested in her and she can only choose one, apparently. the hand that's between them slowly comes up and around Vera's body so Lina's fingertips can very carefully grace Vera's opposite shoulder.]

I know we more or less just met, but I already know you're wonderful. If people aren't putting their eyes on you, they must need glasses. [she gives a slow and calm, but sincere smile.] You deserve happiness the same as all of us.