[ it's not like adrien shrinks back when steven approaches, but the guilt still itches a bit and when he comes closer it itches worse. adrien doesn't expect steven to agree — of course not, but he didn't have the whole story. ]
That's not true. You— I wasn't fast enough, and because of that you...
[ died. the word doesn't leave his throat, yet it's obvious what he means. ugh. adrien shakes his head, willing the image of that time away.
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That's not true. You— I wasn't fast enough, and because of that you...
[ died. the word doesn't leave his throat, yet it's obvious what he means. ugh. adrien shakes his head, willing the image of that time away.
his next words are quieter. ]
You're okay, right?
[ that's the important thing right now. ]