Not excuses, that much is certain.

[ Ciri isn't well-versed in this, but she isn't a stranger for offering reassurance to those who need it. She hopes these young ones were able to fully grasp the sympathy and feel at ease, but she doesn't have high expectations. ]

No, it's not that. They're easily the nicer variety of beasts I've ran across. Then, when their stomachs are full, they'll hopefully nap.