You know me, I’ll ask eventually. I’ve already puzzled some of it out. [Holding Keith’s hand in his is grounding. Keith’s gaze is steady and knowing he’s there ready to step in if asked but won’t until he is, that’s more than he can put into words.

It takes him a moment to realize he isn’t the only one being steadied by their actions. He smiles back, a spark of amusement in his eyes. He can keep things light.] And where would I go, Keith. Y- almost everyone is here.

[He covers his slip by ducking his head and laughing.] Where all of you are is home.