[something in his chest tightens at that--at the mention of grief. But that doesn't mean he misses that wince]
...still. I did wish you express my thanks.
[he pauses a moment, hesitating, looking concerned before asking:]
Are you...alright, Hester? Are you well? [he's been getting so used to touch lately that he automatically reaches out, moving to gently touch the side of her head if she'll allow it]
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...still. I did wish you express my thanks.
[he pauses a moment, hesitating, looking concerned before asking:]
Are you...alright, Hester? Are you well? [he's been getting so used to touch lately that he automatically reaches out, moving to gently touch the side of her head if she'll allow it]