Re: in-person: holly/noah
[Noah didn't think Holly was too needy or clingy. But, he knew he'd never really convince the dude. He felt the same way sometimes, even though it wasn't, like, founded in reality. So, he got that. But, mostly, man, he wanted Holly to just feel okay. Even if it was just for a second.—They were both sitting there, looking at each other, and Noah smiled, already aware of the 'no' coming his way.] It won't be too long. But, [Noah put his hands up.] Fine. I know you're stubborn. [Noah looked down at Holly though as the dude talked about looking like a mess, and Noah shook his head.] You don't. [A smile crossed Noah's lips again, this time as Holly felt at his, Noah's, fuzzy beard.] Yeah? You want it to stay? [Noah started to stand up as Holly moved his leg, and he was ready to reach down to take Holly's elbow behind his neck and heft the dude. He wanted to keep the weight off of Holly's bad leg.] C'mere, baby boy.