What surprises Briseis when she visits Hecuba's tent after Priam's death in the book, The Women of Troy: A Novel?

Briseis initially pays Hecuba a visit because she has been thinking about Priam. She pities Hecuba for all that she has lost and hopes that she might be of comfort. Briseis is surprised, therefore, when she discovers Hecuba drinking, eating, and gossiping in good spirits.