[Immediately he tenses up, going absolutely rigid. He wasn't expecting Murdoc to do that at all and a part of him is even more embarrassed by it. But he doesn't move. Instead, he finds himself shifting a little to help Murdoc get an arm around him, despite the fact that he feels so damn stupid about this.
But... Murdoc's words have the instant effect of making him feel better. They're simple, but. They make him feel like he isn't alone. That Murdoc actually does want to be there for him. That maybe it wasn't such a huge mistake asking Murdoc to come over in the first place. They make him realize that maybe Murdoc isn't judging him for this or thinks he's stupid. Overall they just... make him feel a lot better. At least, he feels less stupid. He still feels pretty miserable. It's a confusing mishmash of feelings.
Bro lets out a small sob, his hand finding Murdoc's as he shakily takes it in his. He just honestly needs all of the contact he can get, and holding Murdoc's hand seems like the best solution. The grip he has on it is strong, as if he's holding on with the fear that Murdoc might disappear. Because he realizes that he needs him there. The thought of being alone suddenly seems horrifying. He can't imagine sending Murdoc away now.
It's about a minute or so later that he finally manages out a shaky quiet response, his voice quivering and nearly choked.]
action;
But... Murdoc's words have the instant effect of making him feel better. They're simple, but. They make him feel like he isn't alone. That Murdoc actually does want to be there for him. That maybe it wasn't such a huge mistake asking Murdoc to come over in the first place. They make him realize that maybe Murdoc isn't judging him for this or thinks he's stupid. Overall they just... make him feel a lot better. At least, he feels less stupid. He still feels pretty miserable. It's a confusing mishmash of feelings.
Bro lets out a small sob, his hand finding Murdoc's as he shakily takes it in his. He just honestly needs all of the contact he can get, and holding Murdoc's hand seems like the best solution. The grip he has on it is strong, as if he's holding on with the fear that Murdoc might disappear. Because he realizes that he needs him there. The thought of being alone suddenly seems horrifying. He can't imagine sending Murdoc away now.
It's about a minute or so later that he finally manages out a shaky quiet response, his voice quivering and nearly choked.]
Thanks...