[ He doesn't expect anyone to know her--not unless they were a member of the Colonial Fleet, and even then perhaps only by name. He makes it natural, though, lets disappointment - even heartbreak - flicker across his expression and drops his shoulder into the nearby locker, leaning flatly against it. ]

I--It's okay, you don't have to apologize. I shouldn't get my hopes up, but you know, she's been here before. I just thought... I thought it's possible someone might have seen her.

[ He tries a reassuring smile, like it isn't so difficult and tragic after all because look, he's making friends, and offers his hand toward her. ]

I'm Leoben. It's nice to meet you.