[In a way, Alex was expecting it. Because there's a point where words just don't work anymore, and they'd pretty much reached it. Surpassed it, even. He's surprised he was able to get out as much as he did.]
[So when the knock comes and he opens the door to see Charles outside, he doesn't even hesitate: he pulls Charles in for a tight hug, burying his face in his shoulder. It reminds him of Bargewell, only this time there's no fear, none. He's happy, maybe happier than he's ever been in his life.]
SPAM!!!
[So when the knock comes and he opens the door to see Charles outside, he doesn't even hesitate: he pulls Charles in for a tight hug, burying his face in his shoulder. It reminds him of Bargewell, only this time there's no fear, none. He's happy, maybe happier than he's ever been in his life.]
[Family.]