[The seconds move on without a word before he begins to cry. Concerned, she opens her mouth to say something, but what is there to say? If she'd upset him so much with something she thought would be a comfort, wouldn't it be better to remain silent for now? Really, she shouldn't be surprised that he didn't repeat those words. She's always told him not to lie, after all, and really - what has she done for him, besides create needless worry?
When he leans his head forward, she remains wordless, trying to ignore the growing tension in her chest. After a few seconds, though, she looks towards him, fighting to keep her voice steady.]
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When he leans his head forward, she remains wordless, trying to ignore the growing tension in her chest. After a few seconds, though, she looks towards him, fighting to keep her voice steady.]
You can leave if you want.