For a moment, he responds without hesitation, leaning in to kiss her. It's a soft kiss, though, meant to soothe. It's tender and affectionate, but he realizes quickly what this could lead to and he can't do this when she's so vulnerable. Pulling back, he strokes her cheek a little with his knuckles.
"You're not alone," he repeats to her, wanting that to sink in.
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"You're not alone," he repeats to her, wanting that to sink in.