[He knows what she's talking about, apparently, and in one sense that's a relief, but he's apologizing. That's the part that baffles her, and she finds herself shaking her head, the motion slightly awkward pressed against his shoulder.]

No, no, that's not— I mean—

[She lets out a frustrated breath, tells herself to slow down the way Harlan might.]

I didn't... I didn't know what would happen.

[But that's not the point, so she pauses for an awkward beat and tries again.]

I'm sorry. I know it's... really personal. I won't tell anyone.