[ aw, buddy. his expression softens - sympathetic, genuine. ]

I think many of us feel the same. It is a hard thing - and one where we've received very little explanation or answers about it, either. [ i want to go home, after all, is not an uncommon sentiment. laurence is quite young, isn't he? it sticks out here, too.

after a moment, taair pats the spot beside him? come sit. ] I wish there was more that I could say or do - or that I could simply help you return home - but I'm happy to listen, if you'd like to talk through it.