[ Izō shrinks down, pulling his scarf up. The bare honesty works. Emily was exactly right about this approach being the correct one. It's hard for him to deal with, especially when he's sober, especially when his nerves are still so raw.
Ryouma does get an answer in the form of a curt nod. The harder part is saying anything in return. It's easier to stay silent and curl in on himself, but it isn't fair. ]
Ya got a lotta fuckin' work ahead'a ya then, don't ya? [ It's not pushing him away. ] ...Th' fact ya keep comin' back an' ain't given up yet's a good start.
no subject
Ryouma does get an answer in the form of a curt nod. The harder part is saying anything in return. It's easier to stay silent and curl in on himself, but it isn't fair. ]
Ya got a lotta fuckin' work ahead'a ya then, don't ya? [ It's not pushing him away. ] ...Th' fact ya keep comin' back an' ain't given up yet's a good start.