Another one of those sharp, shuddering little breaths and Nathan's eyes lifted to Jim's, desperately hungry, like he was hoping Jim was about to say something, do something, to make this all right. But he tried his damnedest to keep his voice steady as he said, "Okay, I just... If you're sure it's all right."
Shuffling his feet, Nathan finally moved a few steps closer, swallowing hard and trying not to stare at Jim. "I guess most of it's in the bedroom. I'll, uh, I'll be out of your hair in a bit."