[Even if his fingers aren't trembling, Toby can still feel that flutter of emotion somewhere deep.] It must be this place. It must've done something to you. That's all. A gift for bringing you here.
[smiling, he tries to think of something reassuring to say] I - I bet that even the forces behind all of this couldn't stand to see you age or bruise.
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[smiling, he tries to think of something reassuring to say] I - I bet that even the forces behind all of this couldn't stand to see you age or bruise.