Bruce wasn't particularly unimpressed with her appearance. She'd just come from the woods and he'd gathered everyone here had to forage. Besides, if they were going to judge by appearance, here he was dripping water all over after a fool's errand. He wouldn't have had much ground from which to pass judgment, were he so inclined.

He offers her a small, slightly sheepish smile. "I didn't imagine there was a way back," he admits. "I think all of you would have taken advantage of it if there were. But some things need to be experienced to be satisfied."

After a moment, he adds: "I'm new here. I'm Bruce."