[ he's very used to hiding, from everyone. but also, some of it is sparing her some of the damage too quickly, because everything is just a lot.
at the same time, she really can help vash in some ways, ways in which nobody else could have. but it will take time.
when he nods at her statement, he gives a smile that is somehow both very young and very old, carrying the determination of a tree whose roots break down granite walls to get to their destination. Tendrils may seem fragile, and blossoms tender, but they can also be inexorable.
he waits for her to settle, and also definitely drink at least some of the water. ]
So. Would you like to try specific questions, or should I try to give you the story as I recall it? That might... differ from how it will play out for you, or how things happened in this world. But I think some can be similar enough.
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at the same time, she really can help vash in some ways, ways in which nobody else could have. but it will take time.
when he nods at her statement, he gives a smile that is somehow both very young and very old, carrying the determination of a tree whose roots break down granite walls to get to their destination. Tendrils may seem fragile, and blossoms tender, but they can also be inexorable.
he waits for her to settle, and also definitely drink at least some of the water. ]
So. Would you like to try specific questions, or should I try to give you the story as I recall it? That might... differ from how it will play out for you, or how things happened in this world. But I think some can be similar enough.