He frankly didn't even notice her presence until she makes herself known. He's been so caught up in his own thoughts, he hasn't given much attention to other things. Maybe that's not the wisest thing, but Cullen is preoccupied.

If she intends to get a rise out of him, she'll be disappointed. She looks tired, worn down - well, don't they all? She has, by her own admission, been here for a long time. She's done this many times over. It would wear anyone down after a while.

"Technically, this was my second," he points out after a moment. "But I'm not sure anyone can ever be ready for more."