[He won't ask; he already figures it has everything to do with the so-called Games, and if this hunch is correct, too, he'd rather not know.
Saul is quiet for a long time, to the point where she might think the call has been disconnected.
Then:] I'm sorry, Effie.
[It's not clear whether he's apologizing for this conversation or expressing condolences for Rue or offering sympathy for Effie's whole situation. It might be a combination of all three.
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Saul is quiet for a long time, to the point where she might think the call has been disconnected.
Then:] I'm sorry, Effie.
[It's not clear whether he's apologizing for this conversation or expressing condolences for Rue or offering sympathy for Effie's whole situation. It might be a combination of all three.
Whatever it is, it's sincere.]