[Dammit. Riley doesn't know how to counter that, doesn't -- like this, doesn't like doing this, and it feels like his entire body is tense. But he can't let himself back out just because he hates arguing, because this is for Codsworth's sake.
But Codsworth is taking advantage of how long it's taking Riley to figure out a response, and speaking up again. This time, his tone is approaching on gentle.] Mister Riley... It's quite alright.
[Riley half-turns towards him.] Codsworth... [He doesn't mean for his voice to sound as vulnerable as it comes out.]
I'll be fine, sir, I assure you, [Codsworth answers with confidence.
Riley starts to deflate, shrink in on himself. He wants Zetta.]
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But Codsworth is taking advantage of how long it's taking Riley to figure out a response, and speaking up again. This time, his tone is approaching on gentle.] Mister Riley... It's quite alright.
[Riley half-turns towards him.] Codsworth... [He doesn't mean for his voice to sound as vulnerable as it comes out.]
I'll be fine, sir, I assure you, [Codsworth answers with confidence.
Riley starts to deflate, shrink in on himself. He wants Zetta.]