[Hawke telling him he’s strong shouldn’t feel like sandpaper. It should be proof he’s managing to keep himself together.
Except he’s not, is he? He’s trying too hard…or simply failing. Chris stares out at the trees before he even tries to answer. If only he didn’t feel so small.
For now, he can focus on the easier part.]
your mana, your peace of mind, your safety.
Most importantly, I upset you and Amelia when I showed up. She shut down again and you made that face you make when you’re weathering someone you have little patience for.
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Except he’s not, is he? He’s trying too hard…or simply failing. Chris stares out at the trees before he even tries to answer. If only he didn’t feel so small.
For now, he can focus on the easier part.]
your mana, your peace of mind, your safety.
Most importantly, I upset you and Amelia when I showed up. She shut down again and you made that face you make when you’re weathering someone you have little patience for.