[He slumps into her embrace. He doesn't have the strength to hug her back. But he does rest his head in the crook of her neck, letting the scent of her hair soothe him.]

...It doesn't make it difficult...

I...might not understand why. Maybe not yet but...

I'm...just thankful you're here. That you still have feelings for me even though...

...E-Even though...

[He can't bring himself to finish the sentence as his voice catches. But from the hushed and strangle sound of his voice...]

[It was likely something along the lines of being a monster.]