...Yeah. I know. That's- it's something that's gonna take time, but I know. [He manages a weak smile, at Amal's touch, his comfort- it really does mean a lot. He knows Amal is a massive stability for him in this world, honestly, without him? He wouldn't be anywhere near the person he is today. Amal has done more for him than he could ever put into words, and he's glad for the comfort he's getting now. ] We will, I know I can handle it with you around, Dad. You... you always help so much with... well, everything. Thanks.

[Thanks for being a good dad. For not giving up on him when he was such a blatant lost cause. For continuing to be there for him every single time.

He lets out a few slow breaths, trying to find calm. He'd dreaded telling Amal this. His dad has only been back on the app for such a short time, he didn't need this dropped on his lap so soon. He brushes away some tears with the heel of his hand. ]

I know. I know I'm safe here.

[He can always fully believe a promise like that, no need to second-guess it at all. He knows Amal will always be there for him. Always. ]

It's okay. I don't- I don't want you to have to see that. Heck, I'm gonna avoid looking at it as much as possible. Jun said he can deal with it. There's uh... more than me. So. [He rubs his arm.] But I don't want him to have to deal with that alone, either. It's... a lot.