[ the smack gives him a start, and he stares at Once-ler's face, his own expression softening as he wipes his tears away. he was... right, it wasn't his fault. it was so hard to convince himself of that, though, even if he knew the truth deep down. ]
...I'm sorry. I shouldn't be making you speak too much, relax, alri- [ he yelps, and jumps to his feet, as he sees the door bulge out.
keeping Once-ler safe was his top priority now- he was wounded much more deeply than he himself was. carefully he'll secure his rose to his lapel, and reach for Once-ler's hand again. ]
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...I'm sorry. I shouldn't be making you speak too much, relax, alri- [ he yelps, and jumps to his feet, as he sees the door bulge out.
keeping Once-ler safe was his top priority now- he was wounded much more deeply than he himself was. carefully he'll secure his rose to his lapel, and reach for Once-ler's hand again. ]
Down the stairs?