[All too well. These things are never simple; it is far easier for him to say these things than it is for her to believe them, he is certain. Even if she does believe, the reality of the situation still presents a difficult challenge and a great amount of uncertainty. For a woman who has never allowed herself to have much in the way of friends, he would dare say that the thought of losing their favor now that she does have them is frightening in its own right, though he would never suggest as much aloud.
A part of her that she had not cared to speak of, that she had left behind in her own world, had been revealed against her will. Nothing about that was going to be easy.
He looks hesitant at her suggestion, his lips pulling into a delicate frown, brows slightly furrowed.]
I also understand if you truly wish to be alone. I will respect your desire for privacy, if so, but... I do not mind staying, if you will have me.
[It hadn't exactly been a hardship for him to come here in the first place.]
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[All too well. These things are never simple; it is far easier for him to say these things than it is for her to believe them, he is certain. Even if she does believe, the reality of the situation still presents a difficult challenge and a great amount of uncertainty. For a woman who has never allowed herself to have much in the way of friends, he would dare say that the thought of losing their favor now that she does have them is frightening in its own right, though he would never suggest as much aloud.
A part of her that she had not cared to speak of, that she had left behind in her own world, had been revealed against her will. Nothing about that was going to be easy.
He looks hesitant at her suggestion, his lips pulling into a delicate frown, brows slightly furrowed.]
I also understand if you truly wish to be alone. I will respect your desire for privacy, if so, but... I do not mind staying, if you will have me.
[It hadn't exactly been a hardship for him to come here in the first place.]