[ at least there's no timer like there was with mika, but he hesitates to think what would happen if they just put it off for too long. not about to put that out into the world.

watching the boys try to be hopeful, he just makes a soft noise. ]

Mm. [ what's worse? to extend it out and enjoy the last moments? or to make it quick and know they're gone? ] ... Ultimately, it's up to them to decide what is the worse pain. All we can do is be prepared for what is to come, for now.

[ he passes a long glance upwards at the lights for a moment, thoughtful. ]