[ It's probably not the worst of it. He knows that. He suspects he knows what the absolute worst will be. He's known since he came up with this stupid game. Eventually he'll place his hands over Alucard's ears and ask him what Carmilla said, and that will be the worst of it.
But it's shitty. And that Alucard can say it all so plainly with only a little hesitation is a good sign. This is working.
He pulls back, bringing a hand to Alucard's cheek to stroke it softly (he was crying earlier, wasn't he? He isn't now, but he would have objected to the gesture then whether it was needed or not. Better late than never). ]
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But it's shitty. And that Alucard can say it all so plainly with only a little hesitation is a good sign. This is working.
He pulls back, bringing a hand to Alucard's cheek to stroke it softly (he was crying earlier, wasn't he? He isn't now, but he would have objected to the gesture then whether it was needed or not. Better late than never). ]
Your turn. Do your worst.