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The other boy's confusion immediately sends a flush of heat through his ears. Nevermind, His own voice takes on the same flatness, gaze averting as anger and embarrassment flood him. The force of the emotions crushes his efforts against them, and he finds himself turning away, choosing to flee rather than face the consequences of such a reaction. He doesn't say anything else, too afraid he'll choose the wrong words and end up torn to pieces. Interacting with strangers is a game best played carefully, he's found, and he knows he is anything but careful when he feels this way.