[ it'll happen in due time... probably. but until then, both of them have to be content with not knowing each other completely - there are ways of communication that can only come to light in a battle, and he's sure that both of them know that all too well. ]

It's better that he doesn't, honestly. It'd just make things complicated. [ he sighs. he's gone through the scenario in his head more times than he can count - fantasies and wishful thinking were one thing, but logically it just wouldn't work out. Leon doesn't see him that way. ] Doesn't make it any easier to deal with... but it is what it is.

[ he quiets down to listen to Blue, watching his turmoil carefully. his instinct is not to pry, but if they're going to cure themselves, he might have to. ]

Like what?