[oh no. oh no... the tears are a hit, but the apology -- when she mentions not getting to tell him her history? that one hurts too, more than he thought it would.]

Never seen a goddess cry for me before. [still, he musters a smile, curling his hand around hers] That's definitely one for the books.

[even if he can't learn anything else, he can write at least this.]

Don't cry, Seph. [IG HE DECIDED ON A NICKNAME] I'll be grateful as long as someone here knows your real story, y'know?