"Well, it-..." She pauses, as though considering the words that almost left her mouth. Her voice drops somewhat, the pleasantness giving way to sincerity. "It's not that simple."

She quickly adds, "Don't be mistaken. I think I live a far more comfortable life than most other people. And I believe what I do is important." She finishes tying her mask with a sharp tug of the threads. "...I enjoy painting."