[. . . to his credit, Akira doesn't outwardly react. there are no sharp gasps, or shouted exclamations, or any hitches in his steps. the only sign that any of this is taking him by surprise is the way his grip tightens on her hand. otherwise. . .?]
[he stays quiet, even if he feels a bit of tension building on his shoulders now. he gets the feeling she isn't done, and he won't interrupted until her story is finished]
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[. . . to his credit, Akira doesn't outwardly react. there are no sharp gasps, or shouted exclamations, or any hitches in his steps. the only sign that any of this is taking him by surprise is the way his grip tightens on her hand. otherwise. . .?]
[he stays quiet, even if he feels a bit of tension building on his shoulders now. he gets the feeling she isn't done, and he won't interrupted until her story is finished]