[ he can ask for anything, but he doesn't know that it'll be granted. and that's fine. yves knows this is selfish. it's asking for a lot from someone who is clearly so willing to give—and maybe he knows a little bit about that. when it comes to himself, or when it comes to others.

and maybe he doesn't want to just watch and wait anymore.

he'll shift so he can thunk his forehead lightly against taair's ]

... please don't give up on your freedom. [ after all that those silly little debates brought up ] Please say no, if you're asked to do something you don't want to.

I know things must be complicated, and there must be so much I don't understand...

But—your happiness is worth it.