[ he's abundantly aware of the inconvenience of his presence-- after all, it's easier, having nothing instead of just 50%, easier to deal with a momentary searing pain than a dull one that lasts for ages.
and, in a way, he feels apologetic, not that he'll ever tell her. that's insulting, and he knows that his princess has her pride; she's a strong girl, she doesn't need his apologies, and, selfishly? he'd rather have his 50% than nothing at all. he never claimed to be selfless.
so, instead of addressing an actual issue, he laughs. ]
I'm not interested in contributing to a sausagefest, though. Guys are gross, remember? And I don't bully girls.
WHAT DID I SIGN UP FOR...
and, in a way, he feels apologetic, not that he'll ever tell her. that's insulting, and he knows that his princess has her pride; she's a strong girl, she doesn't need his apologies, and, selfishly? he'd rather have his 50% than nothing at all. he never claimed to be selfless.
so, instead of addressing an actual issue, he laughs. ]
I'm not interested in contributing to a sausagefest, though. Guys are gross, remember? And I don't bully girls.