[For once - not here, but other places - there is a softness about Ben that meets the desperation in Alex without relenting or persisting. He can be still, solid and secure, and he will be here until he is not. Alex doubts him, he knows, but Ben is unwavering in his faith. He will be here until the Admiral no longer wishes him to be.
He will be perfect, so that does not come to pass. He will be loyal, he will be true, strong enough and good enough. His fingers press for a moment more firmly against Alex's chest, a five-point constellation of affection and approval, and then he steps back but not away.
He steps back carefully, so Alex's grip in his shirt will draw him along with him.]
We have made port. We should do reconnaissance, and gather supplies. Will you come with me, Alex?
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[For once - not here, but other places - there is a softness about Ben that meets the desperation in Alex without relenting or persisting. He can be still, solid and secure, and he will be here until he is not. Alex doubts him, he knows, but Ben is unwavering in his faith. He will be here until the Admiral no longer wishes him to be.
He will be perfect, so that does not come to pass. He will be loyal, he will be true, strong enough and good enough. His fingers press for a moment more firmly against Alex's chest, a five-point constellation of affection and approval, and then he steps back but not away.
He steps back carefully, so Alex's grip in his shirt will draw him along with him.]
We have made port. We should do reconnaissance, and gather supplies. Will you come with me, Alex?