[ he feels exactly the same way, and lifts a hand to give flayn's shoulder a little squeeze in solidarity. it is unfortunate. and terrible. and... a part of him would like to still run and try to solve it, honestly.

...anyway! let's move on. ]

...Come, let's try some of these sweets together, shall we? I ate so many delicious things in the Realm, we may well take the occasion and enjoy such things while we can! Maybe I can bring some home in my sleeves...