[ she withdraws her hand, fitting her glove back in place and retrieving her champagne. ]

It is different for everyone. To some, it may activate as soon as a week or so, and others, over a month.

[ basically, you're fucked.

mona lifts her glass to her lips to take another small sip. the refreshing, fruity flavor is pleasant and offers some reprieve from the intensity of their conversation. then, upon lowering it again, her expression softens slightly. ]

Please be mindful.