[A-Ah...she. She didn't think...anyone would want to come near her at all, and now you're...

Oh God the tears flow anew]

It's not your fault...it was never your fault, Penny. Don't you ever think that. [She reaches up and pets the back of Penny's head, like she's a sad little sister, a sad daughter, a sad girl.] You are wonderful. I...only wish I could be worthy of that.