[Connor sits when permission has been given, and he's ready to listen to what she has to say... when the coughing fit rears its ugly head.

He wants to suggest that she drink her tea when she beats him to it. Connor is patient, though his brow is furrowed with clear concern, when he finally speaks.]

Don't apologize but... that cough doesn't sound very tame. I suggest that you take the remainder of the day to rest.