[ He feels it, and it isn't his own. It's strong, strong enough to break through Royce's wall of fright that has him tense and upset. He swallows hard, trying to push the ball of dread in his throat back down, but he can't. Feels like it's choking him. ]
I know. [ Royce says, low and voice breaking a little. ] I know you don't want me to be alone, either.
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I know. [ Royce says, low and voice breaking a little. ] I know you don't want me to be alone, either.