[ Maruki keeps watching him carefully, though he feigns a more casual nature as he reaches forward for one of the snacks himself and adjusts to sit more comfortably on the sofa. ]

We've all led long, varied lives before arriving here. It's normal to be a bit worn down by that.

[ His own package of Phantom Wafers opened, a thumb running over the logo that he stares at for a moment before looking back up and smiling gently. ]

You can talk about it, if it would help. Nothing you say will leave this room.