( for now she remained silent as he spoke, taking in his words and worries with a tenderness that she hadn't quite shown to anyone else here just yet. to someone like heather, gorgug had been an oddity to come across but she had come to learn just how kind he was in their interactions. so she felt for him, wanting to tell him he had been putting in a lot of effort for her sake but she didn't.

she realized that if he was bringing attention to this insecurity, it's because he felt it to be real. she could understand that better than anyone else-

for there had been a time where her own insecurities and pains had festered into dark emotions and negativity. it was only now through the clarity of being given a third chance at life that she could view things in a more positive light. so as the continued walking and he finished speaking, she finally spoke. )

I don't mind helping you...if I were in your position....I think I'd reach out to them and offer to be there for them. That's all you can really do for others without pushing for too much.

Just like you have with me, and you don't even know me that well.