[The reaction might not be immediate, but he waits. He still manages to look that tiniest bit surprised when she does indeed take his hand - not a thing that happens often - and gently clasps his free one over the back of hers.]
But it still hurts. I understand.
[He moves his hand only to close the door.]
It takes more strength than you might think to acknowledge that.
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But it still hurts. I understand.
[He moves his hand only to close the door.]
It takes more strength than you might think to acknowledge that.