[ i feel like we're going to have so many pcs that are just "rondo hugs mathis for ten minutes"
WHICH IS WHAT'S HAPPENING. honestly, it helps him feel a little better, too. after the chaos and madness of the past 9 hours - of the past three days, frankly - it's helpful to let yourself help someone else, and it's helpful to be close to others. he inhales and exhales, keeps himself steady and calm, eyes closed.
rubbing his back, gently. ] ...I can't imagine how this must feel for you, Mr. Mathis.
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[he didn't want it to be like thissss. god.]
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How are you holding up?
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[there's no need to worry about him.]
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there's a beat. and then, almost a teeny bit jokingly: ] ...I could give you a hug again?
[ because it's a silly thing to say but also he means it. ]
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[honestly he could probably use one, but does he want to ask for one... that is the problem.]
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immediately hugs him.
i don't need to describe this for you again it is a Rondo Hug (TM) it is big and warm and soooo nice. ]
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he accepts it again, letting himself just. quietly soak up some of that warmth.]
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WHICH IS WHAT'S HAPPENING. honestly, it helps him feel a little better, too. after the chaos and madness of the past 9 hours - of the past three days, frankly - it's helpful to let yourself help someone else, and it's helpful to be close to others. he inhales and exhales, keeps himself steady and calm, eyes closed.
rubbing his back, gently. ] ...I can't imagine how this must feel for you, Mr. Mathis.
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but it helps. he lets himself be hugged, clings to him in turn.]
It must be... it must be much worse for him.