[ Had Charles drawn back, physically or mentally, Kyle probably would have let him and let it go. That he steps in instead, taking his hands, Kyle doesn't even think about his reaction as his fingers cling to Charles' ]

No. I... Everyone's busy. Here or back home. Life is crazy. I get that most don't have the time or emotional or mental capacity to worry about things with everyone and everything. I try and not make it harder on others.

[ He pauses, knowing he would normally stop there but he makes himself continue on. ]

I want someone to though. I'm always the one being strong, and I'm glad I can be there for others. I'm glad I'm the one they rely on. But it feels good to know there's someone I don't have to be that person with all the time.