[ A combination of both. That's a pretty good way to put it; Richard nods in agreement. After all, those acts aren't romantic acts without that desire behind them- and feelings not being acted on would never reach the other person.
He wonders if feelings not being acted on can ever truly dissipate. He'd thought they'd alleviate with time, perhaps foolishly, but... with Asbel's wedding looming on the horizon, the both of them talking about passion and romance, he can feel a familiar heartache.
Spending time with Asbel like this, trying to untangle and mend his relationship with Cheria- they're all things that he genuinely wants. After all, he wants to ensure Asbel's happiness. ]
It might be prudent to ask her if she would like to hold hands as well, Asbel. It may make her happy to know that you want these things- she may feel as though she's imposing on you if she's the only one asking.
[ It would certainly be a good start, he imagines. ]
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He wonders if feelings not being acted on can ever truly dissipate. He'd thought they'd alleviate with time, perhaps foolishly, but... with Asbel's wedding looming on the horizon, the both of them talking about passion and romance, he can feel a familiar heartache.
Spending time with Asbel like this, trying to untangle and mend his relationship with Cheria- they're all things that he genuinely wants. After all, he wants to ensure Asbel's happiness. ]
It might be prudent to ask her if she would like to hold hands as well, Asbel. It may make her happy to know that you want these things- she may feel as though she's imposing on you if she's the only one asking.
[ It would certainly be a good start, he imagines. ]