[ there's a pensive pause as he takes in steven's words. he always listens attentively, of course, but this time it seems like he's letting the words especially sink in. it's an important topic, not only because steven's offering him advice... but because it also provides him insight into how steven might be handling it.
at the second part, however, there's a shift. and: ]
—You don't need to say sorry for that. It's not like you mean to make me worry or anything... like I said, that you're okay's the most important part.
[ ... ]
... And besides, I know you're strong enough to handle this stuff.
[ mentally. physically, counting all his pokémon. it's his own form of encouragement, more tame than his usual shonen words but still entirely genuine. ]
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at the second part, however, there's a shift. and: ]
—You don't need to say sorry for that. It's not like you mean to make me worry or anything... like I said, that you're okay's the most important part.
[ ... ]
... And besides, I know you're strong enough to handle this stuff.
[ mentally. physically, counting all his pokémon. it's his own form of encouragement, more tame than his usual shonen words but still entirely genuine. ]