[ That's exactly what Steve asked her, the first time they'd met -- he'd asked for her name. It's a common occurrence, of course, but the sense of deja vu is both bizarre and sad.
She knows this must be Steve, though, because only Steve would sound so hopelessly idealistic. She gives him a sad almost-smile. ]
I know. You haven't changed -- you're the same kind of stupid.
[ A beat. ]
I told you my name was Nymeria, but that was a lie.
[ At least she doesn't have to lie to Steve this time. ]
no subject
She knows this must be Steve, though, because only Steve would sound so hopelessly idealistic. She gives him a sad almost-smile. ]
I know. You haven't changed -- you're the same kind of stupid.
[ A beat. ]
I told you my name was Nymeria, but that was a lie.
[ At least she doesn't have to lie to Steve this time. ]
I had no name.