[It takes a split second for Stephen to really understand, and when he does, his eyes widen just a bit. He recovers pretty quickly, though, trying to fight back his concern. He's...pretty sure Ariel doesn't want pity, and what would he say, anyway?
He's been low. He's never been that low. And the thought that Ariel is deeply unhappy with himself, he...can see it.
The man takes a long sip, studying Ariel before moving over to sit next to him]
Is that why you're doing what you're doing? [The quest for meaning. Leaving Helena. All of it.]
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He's been low. He's never been that low. And the thought that Ariel is deeply unhappy with himself, he...can see it.
The man takes a long sip, studying Ariel before moving over to sit next to him]
Is that why you're doing what you're doing? [The quest for meaning. Leaving Helena. All of it.]