[ When she jumps, Hannibal draws his hand away. True to his word, he doesn't want to intrude, and that kind of reaction definitely gives him the impression that he may be, if only for a moment. He watches as she relaxes, assessing her emotional state as he sees it, but he's glad to see that it's just surprise.
His expression softens to something apologetic for startling her, but he doesn't say anything, even as her eyes well up with tears. He waits, listening patiently, and it's only when she's done that he speaks. ]
It's no bother at all.
[ He says that first, since he thinks it's the most important, and there's a gentle sincerity in his voice. ]
This is a... difficult situation, to put it lightly. I've made a career out of helping people navigate the difficulties of their lives. I would be remiss to not try and do so here.
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Date: 2017-01-22 05:09 am (UTC)His expression softens to something apologetic for startling her, but he doesn't say anything, even as her eyes well up with tears. He waits, listening patiently, and it's only when she's done that he speaks. ]
It's no bother at all.
[ He says that first, since he thinks it's the most important, and there's a gentle sincerity in his voice. ]
This is a... difficult situation, to put it lightly. I've made a career out of helping people navigate the difficulties of their lives. I would be remiss to not try and do so here.