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[Even if it weren't mentally awkward it sure would be physically-- but Mia doesn't act like it's awkward. She holds him with all the strength of a big sister, an anchor in the water.]

So don't give up. We're right here with you.

You are so much stronger than you think.

[ He sniffs, trying deeply to compose himself and rubbing at his eyes. It's... He's returning the hug, sort of. But after a moment- ]

Th- thanks. [ Even if he doesn't completely believe it. It feels nice, that someone else does.

The position does cause him to pull away, eventually, but it's gently. ]

...Thanks. I don't- ...it doesn't...get easier. To talk about.

[A long sigh-- which even Mia has to admit it's weird taking in a long breath of water. She gives Alex's arms a squeeze as a break to that hug.]

No, it sure doesn't. But... you can talk to me, when you need to.

[Big sis got ur back.]

[ There really are a lot of them here, who are dead. Were dead. Astounding and horrifying...isn't it? ]

...Me too. Yeah? ...I've got...a lot of experience with it. Death.