Hmm...

[He approaches then and takes a seat next to her- sort of. He's at least very aware of not wanting to seem too forward. So he'll sit about a foot away and glance over.]

Well... a break from what, if I may ask?

[ . . . ah. And then he pauses, before sheepishly grinning.]

If you don't mind, that is... But misery loves company, as they say! Though you're free to tell me to leave any time you wish.