[Pulls back, too, but just so he can wipe at his cheeks for him with one hand to brush away the tears once he's done rubbing his eyes, smiling a little]
I know you don't. [He doesn't like to see him cry, but it's not like he can help it, either. And if he needs to...] [Brushes at his hair gently] And you're the absolute prettiest. Even when you're crying.