Stone Circle only bring the rain

omg mawk is so sweet and sad He's met with a fiery gaze, struck by the intensity and familiarity of the hue, and he realizes the man is rather handsome. Sad, but handsome. He swallows, trying himself not to stare too long. The answer he receives comes as no surprise, though his throat tightens a little with disappointment nonetheless. At the other's next words, he shakes his head slightly. Don't apologize. It's not your fault, He murmurs, expression soft. I'm Alarian. Can I, um, keep you company then? Or — would you rather be alone? He's not sure what kind of troubles Mawk is dealing with, and he's hesitant to ask; surely something so crushing must be personal, too? The last thing he wants to do is intrude and dredge up something painful for nothing.