[He shrugs lightly, careful not to dislodge Hakkai's hand. He knows what Hakkai unraveling looks like, and he's well on his way.

Good.]

Well, yeah. Ain't like I kept you waiting here on purpose or anything.

[He moves one hand from Hakkai's waist, shifting to threading his fingers idly through dark brown hair.]

I'm still sorry you were. Don't gotta be my fault for me to think you deserved better.