She took the offered hand without hesitation, grip firm despite her lingering want to keep gasping for air. There were more people in danger than her here, she didn't have time to lose it right now. But his guess about a soldier is likely confirmed by the stance Shepard takes once standing, feet squarely planted and shoulders squared as she finally takes in him and the surrounding area.

"Thanks. But looks like we're in the same boat. This isn't exactly where I expected to be. Wherever this is."