Poor girl. Her first time trying to skate, probably. In that vein, why had she come here alone, with no one to guide her? Most would have brought a friend, at the least.

Retsu stepped beside the girl, crouching slightly and offering her hand. "Excuse me. Would you care for some assistance?"

There was no condescension or pity in her voice. It was a simple question, asked out of genuine concern.