[ Were he to admit it, he was terrified. Terrified of losing the smidgen of happiness he'd found all his own. Terrified of having it wrenched from him.
He stayed by his bedside, keeping that arm tight around him as he nuzzled close; against his cheek, against his hair, pressing a light kiss against his forehead. He let out another breath, voice soft and near shaking. ]
Least I could do, sweetheart...
[ His eyes shut tighter, keeping him close as if he was desperate. There would be time to sort this out. For now, he needed this, needed to calm that ache in his chest. It hurt and it was cold all at once.
Again, another shiver as he ducked his head. But he did manage the smallest smile. At least things were looking hopeful. ]
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He stayed by his bedside, keeping that arm tight around him as he nuzzled close; against his cheek, against his hair, pressing a light kiss against his forehead. He let out another breath, voice soft and near shaking. ]
Least I could do, sweetheart...
[ His eyes shut tighter, keeping him close as if he was desperate. There would be time to sort this out. For now, he needed this, needed to calm that ache in his chest. It hurt and it was cold all at once.
Again, another shiver as he ducked his head. But he did manage the smallest smile. At least things were looking hopeful. ]
Are you sure...? You'll let me stay a bit...?