It does surprise her, and for a moment it shows on her face -- her confusion gives way to a small sliver of gratefulness before that, too, fades.

"Estinien Wyrmblood mourns the loss of a woman who has fought him at every turn?" It's not said cruelly, though one could interpret it as hostile -- though that is not her intent. "I must needs make amends for my sins; it was my choice. I am gladdened to know that doing so aided you."

If she could give her life over again, she would, until her blood had been spent in equal amounts to that she was responsible for spilling.