Vaan closed his eyes. He couldn't feel her hand on his arm, not like he normally could anyway. It felt like an odd pressure, telling him her hand was there and that was it. But he appreciated the comfort it brought, even as her hand brushed away his tears. Her metal fingers curled over her own and he rested his normal hand on top.

"I'm sorry I never told you," He replied with a sniffle, eyes opening to look into hers. "I know you wouldn't do anything to hurt her. I was just-..."

Afraid. Alone. It had taken him awhile to process what he lost and how it had happened and once he was able to, there was just no way for him to tell. He couldn't bring himself to, no matter who asked. He shook his head and patted her arm. "You should be resting."