[Japan's eyes sort of widen just slightly at all this, but he only shifts to give Marco more attention, staying quiet. As far as Japan was concerned, all this getting off Marco's chest was good. Healthy. Helpful... If painful. Right?]
I am glad he was here, as well. [There's a gentle tone to his voice, and he takes Marco by the chin to make him face him instead of his wing. His free hand thumbs away some tears from Marco as he watches him steadily.]
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I am glad he was here, as well. [There's a gentle tone to his voice, and he takes Marco by the chin to make him face him instead of his wing. His free hand thumbs away some tears from Marco as he watches him steadily.]
Even like this, Marco is still strong.