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Just got to say the opposite of what I'd normally say yeah? Not that I'm a marriage counselor anyway.

Hearing Niran speaking like this tugged at Resi's heartstrings as well as the intense worry she had after leaving all the messages and voicemails wondering how he was—she I thought that it was something she said which withdrew him from society but decided not to dwell on this thought just until she knew more.

"Oh—" that was the only thing she had managed to say. The awkwardness about how to react in a way that didn't insult him or upset him further. "These things happen. I am glad that—hm" she couldn't finish the sentence due to an overwhelming need to hug her friend.

So without hesitation, she threw her arms around him to support him before his knees gave way and pull him into a comforting hug. "I am sorry that I didn't get here earlier work was crazy." She apologises as she started to rub his back in comfort, she pulls away and taking his hands before looking up at him, "Ah—It pains me seeing you like this, Niran, but I'm here now so I can help with anything you want." She's looking at him with a look of compassion all while circling her thumb against his palm in a 'I'm here' way.

The hug startled him briefly, but not enough to prevent him from returning the hug. He squeezed slightly, not enough to hurt her, but his hold definitely suggested that the embrace was necessary. His grasp was almost desperate the way he seemed to cling to her presence, almost not wanting to let go when she pulled away. Niran glanced down at their hands, then back up to her.

“I’m so sorry, Resi, I didn’t mean to make you worry.” It broke his heart to see how much he worried her, he didn’t want anyone to have to worry about him in such a state, especially not Resi, someone he considered a dear friend.

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"Has... Has it been a week?" Niran looked, and felt, puzzled as he glanced at his phone, sure enough it has been over a week. He squinted at his phone like he was trying to will it to a date more his understanding. He had missed calls and messages, built up over the course of time.

"How did I lose that time, I just.." This poor man looked like he was going to break, lose his mind entirely. He had been so stoic and mellow for so long that anything he had pushed down and towards the back of his mind was bursting forth at the seams.

Ah, I have raised all of my dogs from puppies and most of them have a good amount of fur. But I do have extensive experience in training

I’ll always suggest dogs, but do you have a particular one in mind? A specific breed, perhaps?

It really depends on what dogs are at the shelters too. I don’t want to get my hopes up for a breed before I know what they have in particular. But on that note, what kinds of dogs do you like?

We have seven dogs now, and Matthew is fostering a beaver. It’s been very interesting, moving countries. My veterinarian is quite upset with me.

I don’t think he’s ever tired of the woods, he loves being outside and away from the cities. He can take the dogs with him, and if Noel goes with you, he can bring his dogs as well!

Matthew loves finding new places, now that we’re in Germany, he can go to new places all the time

I think it’s sweet, what you two have. It’ll be fun to have you both along. And Matthew is always more than welcome to bring his dogs with him. You are both welcome to visit at any time as well.

I’m sure he will appreciate it. He’s been in the woods for the week, taking a break. I’m sure if you want, Matthew would be more than happy to meet with you for a trip

That would be fantastic. I don’t suppose he’d be tired of being in the woods would he? That’s what I had in mind, and if he’s tired of the woods, then I wouldn’t want to drag him along when he doesn’t want to.

My Matthew will appreciate it, I’m sure. He enjoys all sorts of food and we need to eat different foods, otherwise we’ll eat the same things over and over

Variety is excellent, I’m glad to be of help! The fresher the ingredients, the better it is as well. Do let Matthew know I said hello and I hope to see both of you soon.