Yeah, but it's just - simple things. Day to day things. He's not upset or...
[about to be murdered. buzen blinks a few more times before he runs a hand through his hair and then tries to focus on gerard, gaze on him. he'll bow his head.]
... I'm sorry. This must - already be tough for you and I'm...
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I don't ... think so. You're seeing things that I cannot.
[ swallowing heavily. this is. distressing! ]
He's speaking about his mother?
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[about to be murdered. buzen blinks a few more times before he runs a hand through his hair and then tries to focus on gerard, gaze on him. he'll bow his head.]
... I'm sorry. This must - already be tough for you and I'm...
[making more of a mess of it]
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It's nothing you've done, surely. I don't know. Maybe it means something. It can't be a coincidence?
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[he'll raise his head then and - his eyes flick elsewhere - before he just focuses back on gerard.]
... but - until we figure out what... I'm still sorry you've lost a teammate. Do you - need help with anything? Can I do anything for you?
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[ they're just kids? people are taking care of them, so that's good, but. ]
I'm trying to find out as much as I can. I know it's pointless, but they aren't in any state to, and someone should-- so it's my duty.
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[he nods along with that, understanding. and then he'll just reach out to place a hand on gerard's shoulder]
I know I'm not at my best today but - I want to help.
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I don't think anyone is at their best today. I wouldn't hold that against you.
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but he manages a smile, a weak one but it's sincere]
I appreciate that. Then direct me wherever you want me to go, and I'll be there.