[Well.... Natalia's gullible. It extends partially to being the butt of the joke but in general, she has no reason to doubt Athena so she just gives her a smile and a nod at that. It works out well enough and she pauses long enough to take a sip of the hot chocolate, humming thoughtfully. Ah yes, this is how non-gourmet hot chocolate tastes....

But more seriously, she meets Athena's eyes and gives her another, more encouraging nod.]

It would be appreciated. Vietnam's working so hard here and could use all the help she can get. More injured will inevitably be coming in and they could use your cheer and determination.

[A pause and she sighs faintly.]

Though I'm unbearably mad that you were dragged into this mess in the first place, to be quite honest with you....