( For a moment, Asiel can't help but look on. Their first instinct is to protest the gift, because... they don't need anything in return. Just knowing that Asterios likes the present is more than enough.
He hesitates to take it, but offers a smile regardless. )
A... Are you sure...? You might need it a lot more, right? Uhm... I don't really fight or anything.
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He hesitates to take it, but offers a smile regardless. )
A... Are you sure...? You might need it a lot more, right? Uhm... I don't really fight or anything.
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It would be best, you have this, and never be harmed... then to not take it, and be harmed, with no way to heal.
[ With that, he gently begins to press the potion into the boy's hands. ]
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( While Asriel knows such things far better than other children, he recognizes Asterios's generosity and protectiveness. He appreciates it a lot. )
Thank you, Asterios-- for trying to protect me.
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[ Asriel is clearly trying to protect Asterios' heart. ]
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( So... of course he wants to try to do his best to protect him. )