It's fine, don't worry. I'm sure we'll be friends this time around too, right?

( Part of her wishes she was this other Steph, this other her. She'd make them happier then. Every time someone says they knew her, a wave of guilt crashes onto her. But... she smiles anyways. Maybe they'll stop talking about it eventually and focus on the now. )

It's great to meet you again, Rikki. And I'd definitely love to check it out with you!