[He's not sure what to expect next - he's not even really thinking about what she'll do next, mind already working a mile a minute to try and think of some way to make her feel better about her talents, to wipe away the hurt that was done to her, because...
Well, it's the least he can do - both as a bondmate and as a friend.
But before he settles on anything, her arms are around his neck and she's holding him tight and crying and his thoughts come to a halt.
It doesn't... feel like sad tears, at least, but it still has him a little lost for what to do.
He turns to his side, first, bringing her with him, so he can wrap both arms around her waist and curl a little more protectively around her.]
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Well, it's the least he can do - both as a bondmate and as a friend.
But before he settles on anything, her arms are around his neck and she's holding him tight and crying and his thoughts come to a halt.
It doesn't... feel like sad tears, at least, but it still has him a little lost for what to do.
He turns to his side, first, bringing her with him, so he can wrap both arms around her waist and curl a little more protectively around her.]
Hey... Bernie, it's alright...