[It's awkward, and for a second Cassel doesn't move simply because he doesn't realize what's going on. A couple months ago he would have flinched away from the touch entirely, gotten up and left - but then again, a couple of months ago he wouldn't have trusted anyone enough to comfort them like this. Now he expects this from Chris, at least, and he knows it doesn't have to be bad.]
[He still hesitates, but in the end he allows Zane to draw him closer, feeling small and vulnerable and very stupid. Swallowing hard, he lets himself rest. Even if it's just for a minute, even if Zane moves away and pushes him out again. Last time he was given a gift and told to leave. This is a gift, too, and not only does he want it, but he doesn't want to push away.]
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[He still hesitates, but in the end he allows Zane to draw him closer, feeling small and vulnerable and very stupid. Swallowing hard, he lets himself rest. Even if it's just for a minute, even if Zane moves away and pushes him out again. Last time he was given a gift and told to leave. This is a gift, too, and not only does he want it, but he doesn't want to push away.]