[It's alright, because other-Ian isn't the only Ian who is remaining fixated on his coffee. It's easier to talk if he doesn't have to look at himself while he does it.
Ian takes another sip of his coffee, carefully choosing his next words. This is a loaded conversation, and not one he's entirely convinced he's the best choice for, but he's determined to at least try.]
It's... the same feeling as back then, isn't it?
[With Shiro. Except... Doubled. Tripled, really, if the hurt from Shiro is still fresh and--ouch, really.]
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[It's alright, because other-Ian isn't the only Ian who is remaining fixated on his coffee. It's easier to talk if he doesn't have to look at himself while he does it.
Ian takes another sip of his coffee, carefully choosing his next words. This is a loaded conversation, and not one he's entirely convinced he's the best choice for, but he's determined to at least try.]
It's... the same feeling as back then, isn't it?
[With Shiro. Except... Doubled. Tripled, really, if the hurt from Shiro is still fresh and--ouch, really.]