[He sees the hurt on her face, the painful truth in her words. If the forest is their enemy, then she too should be considered one. Anyone with such a deep infection, under the forest's control... even now, can he truly trust what she's saying? Is he making the most logical decision?
His steps slow, holding her hand tightly as they come to a stop, tugging her loosely to turn his way. When their eyes meet he smiles, something lopsided and shy that feels too natural, too honest... why does it feel so easy, when she's someone he only met today?
Add lets go, his hand moving up to her cheek.]
You've been very brave for everyone, Nene. Your big brother would be proud of you.
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His steps slow, holding her hand tightly as they come to a stop, tugging her loosely to turn his way. When their eyes meet he smiles, something lopsided and shy that feels too natural, too honest... why does it feel so easy, when she's someone he only met today?
Add lets go, his hand moving up to her cheek.]
You've been very brave for everyone, Nene. Your big brother would be proud of you.
[so please, won't you smile for him?]