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[ his arms comfort her in ways she just has felt in months. this is matt, who would have died for her. the boy she grew up with, who has known every part of her. she doesn't mind he holds her tight - she needs it, and she can tell he does. this place is jarring, difficult; she wonders how much so home has been and can only imagine. ] Matt, I've missed you so much. And I'm so sorry you're here. [ she pulls back just enough to look at him, her hands lingering at his arms. ] Are you okay?