[the idea of constantly bouncing back, because you don't have an option otherwise. when people look to you, you can't remain on the ground. you have to brush yourself off and lead.
but still, he offers a smile, gentle and understanding.]
... but I won't worry you any more than a friend would - but as a friend, I am required to worry over you.
At the very least, you needn't force yourself for me.
I never really had a lot of friends growing up. It's still kind of strange to me.
(He shrugs,)
Tell me about yourself. Or anything that's on your mind. Maybe something you want to make sure is remembered or something you've learned. Or maybe just a story. I'm not picky right now.
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[the idea of constantly bouncing back, because you don't have an option otherwise. when people look to you, you can't remain on the ground. you have to brush yourself off and lead.
but still, he offers a smile, gentle and understanding.]
... but I won't worry you any more than a friend would - but as a friend, I am required to worry over you.
At the very least, you needn't force yourself for me.
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Is that what we are?
(He's teasing! Let him have some fun.)
If I don't keep moving, I get antsy and trust me, no one wants that. Why don't we talk about something instead?
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[just be friends with the whole world!
but he'll just huff out a little amused breath at that before tilting his head]
Very well. What would you like to talk about?
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(He shrugs,)
Tell me about yourself. Or anything that's on your mind. Maybe something you want to make sure is remembered or something you've learned. Or maybe just a story. I'm not picky right now.