[Looks down, twisting up the pillowcase in his hands and frowning, nodding his head just absently, the only sign that he's even listening for the first few moments]
[...]
I know. [He doesn't know the specific situation, no, but-- well. you love her. of course you wouldn't be able to say no to her.]
[Clenches his eyes shut and takes a deep breath, trying to steady himself]