[For just a moment, Lance considers it--Drake would understand in a way most people wouldn't, considering his situation--but he can't. With this place being like it is it's not like normal rules about what's appropriate necessarily apply, but he still thinks it'd be crossing a line to tell Drake exactly because Lance knows he'd understand. It'd affect any further counseling Drake might need, and since Lance is the only mental health professional in Hadriel who's taking any clients, it'd be wrong to knowingly make himself less helpful to someone who might need it.
So, finally, he shakes his head a little, offering a weak smile.]
I appreciate the offer, but I'm okay. Thank you, though.
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So, finally, he shakes his head a little, offering a weak smile.]
I appreciate the offer, but I'm okay. Thank you, though.