[HELP THAT IS SUCH A FUNNY MENTAL IMAGE. ANNA JUST BODY-CHECKING HIM OUT OF NOWHERE—]
[he eases a bit knowing that overall she seemed to enjoy herself, but. . . he still suspects she is putting on a brave face for him. her logic is sound, but logic doesn't always win out against feelings, does it. . .?]
[and he still. . . does not want to hold her back. to keep her from someone else, if her heart starts to cry out to them. to make her feel like she is just an "extra" who can be haphazardly paired with anyone else without any thought whatsoever]
[(though— hm. why does that thought stir a flicker of discontent in his gut. . .? huh. . . maybe he is just tired)]
That might be true, but— it still wasn't fair to you.
[firm!!]
I believe we're a match, too. But other people shouldn't shy away from choosing you just because of that.
no subject
[he eases a bit knowing that overall she seemed to enjoy herself, but. . . he still suspects she is putting on a brave face for him. her logic is sound, but logic doesn't always win out against feelings, does it. . .?]
[and he still. . . does not want to hold her back. to keep her from someone else, if her heart starts to cry out to them. to make her feel like she is just an "extra" who can be haphazardly paired with anyone else without any thought whatsoever]
[(though— hm. why does that thought stir a flicker of discontent in his gut. . .? huh. . . maybe he is just tired)]
That might be true, but— it still wasn't fair to you.
[firm!!]
I believe we're a match, too. But other people shouldn't shy away from choosing you just because of that.
[she deserves!! to be wanted!!]