Kathryn doesn't do meltdowns or hysterics. She doesn't have the luxury of succumbing to those baser urges. Crumbling in front of her crew would worsen a situation she's worked hard to better or them all. They count on her to be this strong, immovable pillar of strength and resourcefulness — and she is, but there are times... She's only human, and isn't as Vulcan as her green-blooded confidant and oldest friend. There are times when various situations get to her, but she only allows herself to feel their weight when doors are shut tightly around her and nobody can watch their captain fall apart.

She'd do anything to ensure the well being and safety of her crew. She made a deal with the Borg in attempt to trim a few decades off their journey, for Cochrane's sake! Doing everything and anything for someone is something she understands well.

"Unfortunately, no. From what I can tell, this is some sort of middle ground for a variety of times and dimensions."

That isn't very comforting, she realizes, but Kathryn has no reason to lie to this woman and would appreciate honest answers were she in her place.