( He reaches over to squeeze her hand, expression soft but fond. They've only really just met and yet he finds himself caring for Vanessa like he would do any of his friends. Despite the fact that he's tried so hard to avoid having them, lately. )
Ah. Just a headache.
( It's not quite a lie, but Charles is aware of how heavy his current feelings are. He doesn't want to burden her. ) I've been thinking too much. ( A small smile, aiming for something jovial. ) My sister always told me I'd wear my brain out that way.
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( He reaches over to squeeze her hand, expression soft but fond. They've only really just met and yet he finds himself caring for Vanessa like he would do any of his friends. Despite the fact that he's tried so hard to avoid having them, lately. )
Ah. Just a headache.
( It's not quite a lie, but Charles is aware of how heavy his current feelings are. He doesn't want to burden her. ) I've been thinking too much. ( A small smile, aiming for something jovial. ) My sister always told me I'd wear my brain out that way.