[Teddy tries not to look too deeply into what Billy said, lest it makes an icy grip wrap itself around his heart. It's hard not to, though, and the mere indication makes that feeling happen anyway.
Rather, he tries not to dwell on it. He warps his arms around Billy's form, holding him against himself as if keeping him safe, hidden and protected from the world, and keeps his eyes on the wall.]
We can stay here for a while... or we can go home. Wherever you feel safest.
[And maybe... maybe, if they go home, the familiarity will help Billy a little. Maybe.]
[Action, October 15th]
Rather, he tries not to dwell on it. He warps his arms around Billy's form, holding him against himself as if keeping him safe, hidden and protected from the world, and keeps his eyes on the wall.]
We can stay here for a while... or we can go home. Wherever you feel safest.
[And maybe... maybe, if they go home, the familiarity will help Billy a little. Maybe.]