[ Peej is somewhat surprised by Barry's question, though she makes no motion to stop him, nor does she step away. She's not exactly a cuddly person (besides with her cat), but if he's asking then he might need it. ]

I'm not going to stop you, heh. [ A light chuckle. ] I know this alternate universe thing can get grating and... it can be awful and hurtful.

[ Painful, even. ]