{ tears doesn't get anything done, nor does he have time for them. so she's incredibly on point that he hasn't cried for himself this entire time. instead he's tried focusing on ways to make this work without causing more issues.

but even he's feeling the tiredness of being so trapped now. }

For now, I may just have to count my blessings, { he gives her a smile, trying to be reassuring, but ayaka can probably see it doesn't reach his eyes. } and just treasure the moments I do have with them. I'll figure something out in the meantime.