I'm fine. [It comes out a little sharper than intended, so once his hand reaches the counter, he tries to relax.] ...It's fine, Arietta. I just want to find my own way for once.
[It's been months since he'd been able to walk using his own eyes, and he kind of wants to enjoy it, even if it's clumsy.]
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[It's been months since he'd been able to walk using his own eyes, and he kind of wants to enjoy it, even if it's clumsy.]