[The words come as a bit of a surprise to him, seeing as that he's never had anyone say something like that to him before.]
If you're going to thank me then it's only right for me to thank you as well.
[But as Shion realizes that tears have begun to slip down Shu's face, he steps forward and wordlessly places his hand on Shu's shoulder. Yes, he had done this before.... for a friend, the same way his own mother had done for him. Though he doesn't know if it will be of any comfort, the gesture seemed to come to Shion naturally and he remembered the warmth from his mother's hand. His own grip is firm but gentle and he hopes that some of his concern will somehow reach Shu. Questions wouldn't help at a time like this, and though Shion isn't particularly used to attempting to comfort others, it's the very least he can do for a friend.]
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If you're going to thank me then it's only right for me to thank you as well.
[But as Shion realizes that tears have begun to slip down Shu's face, he steps forward and wordlessly places his hand on Shu's shoulder. Yes, he had done this before.... for a friend, the same way his own mother had done for him. Though he doesn't know if it will be of any comfort, the gesture seemed to come to Shion naturally and he remembered the warmth from his mother's hand. His own grip is firm but gentle and he hopes that some of his concern will somehow reach Shu. Questions wouldn't help at a time like this, and though Shion isn't particularly used to attempting to comfort others, it's the very least he can do for a friend.]
I'm sorry, Shu.