There's a seed of truth to everything, otherwise there wouldn't be stories. [it's her most tactful way of saying she doesn't feel either way about the subject.

But people she'd seen die? That's a slippery slope. There's still a hint of sweetness in her voice, but this time her tone is honest, unlike the friendly affectation from before.]

Actually, I'd be curious to know... What's so important for them to tell so as to try and reach me.