[There's an earnest manner in the way Lio writes, and it actually does stick with Toge. It makes him smile softly, even if he's feeling low and Lio can't see it. A solidarity that comes between those who carry burdens too great for normal people to bear.]
It's not easy. I used to mess up a lot when I was a kid, thinking if I was just careful I could get away with it. It didn't always work.
[He still feels bad for those who he used to accidentally curse without intending to. The people he hurt with his own words, until he learned how to function without hurting himself or others.]
It still gets to me, sometimes. Thinking I might hurt others, even though I know I can control myself now.
Sorrt about the delay! Things got a little busy on my end.
It's not easy. I used to mess up a lot when I was a kid, thinking if I was just careful I could get away with it. It didn't always work.
[He still feels bad for those who he used to accidentally curse without intending to. The people he hurt with his own words, until he learned how to function without hurting himself or others.]
It still gets to me, sometimes. Thinking I might hurt others, even though I know I can control myself now.
Does it still get to you, sometimes? That burden?