[ Though there's the urge to squeeze Leo tighter, to wipe away his tears, Xander refrains from doing so and simply cards his fingers through his hair. He's not here to make Leo feel embarrassed for crying... ]
I'm relieved to hear that. [ As he's being held by Xander, Leo will feel a hand on his back - Niles silently showing his presence as Xander continues to talk. ] But you mustn't linger here. Odin is no doubt waiting for you.
[ Not that he'll rush Leo right now - but when he's ready to let go, Niles will offer him a (crudely) hand-drawn map that guides him away from the castle walls, to a quiet, scenic place they've snuck off to together when the castle felt too suffocating. ]
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I'm relieved to hear that. [ As he's being held by Xander, Leo will feel a hand on his back - Niles silently showing his presence as Xander continues to talk. ] But you mustn't linger here. Odin is no doubt waiting for you.
[ Not that he'll rush Leo right now - but when he's ready to let go, Niles will offer him a (crudely) hand-drawn map that guides him away from the castle walls, to a quiet, scenic place they've snuck off to together when the castle felt too suffocating. ]