[He waits, patient; he doesn't rescind his question, but he doesn't give her a probing look, either, as if he'll accept it whether she decides to answer or not. When she does, he nods slowly--there's a distant look in his eyes, but eventually he responds, his voice quieter than before.]
I know it never lasts, but... kids should be allowed to be kids.
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I know it never lasts, but... kids should be allowed to be kids.