Hm. The first part of that is to be expected, even desired, and I am very happy to hear it. You know that is one of the things that I strive for: to help relieve you of your burdens. But what is it about talking to me about these concerns that frightens you? Are you... worried you might disappoint me, or let me down some how? That I may think your worries make you weak?
[The alien pauses, smiles quietly, and makes another pass of his mandible through his partner's hair.] I should hope by now you know that will never be the case. I could never think less of you, Carlisle... we all have our troubles, and it would behoove me as your partner to listen with an open heart whenever I can.
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Date: 2017-09-08 02:04 am (UTC)[The alien pauses, smiles quietly, and makes another pass of his mandible through his partner's hair.] I should hope by now you know that will never be the case. I could never think less of you, Carlisle... we all have our troubles, and it would behoove me as your partner to listen with an open heart whenever I can.