It isn’t apparent whether Raju fully understood or not, from the indirect response to his own slowing brain functions, but in this moment it doesn’t matter. If those were to be his last words he can drift peaceably away knowing that Raju heard them, and knew that he was loved. How doesn't need nuance, not when Raju’s arms are about him and his tone is so soft and patient.
“I am still,” he protests, fainter and fainter. He can’t reassure any further than that. His teeth chatter again and he twists to seek more warm.
He’s tired again. Sleep is too tempting - Raju too tempting, that hold screaming security and safety. He could just stop fighting, just for a little while. Just for a few minutes more.
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It isn’t apparent whether Raju fully understood or not, from the indirect response to his own slowing brain functions, but in this moment it doesn’t matter. If those were to be his last words he can drift peaceably away knowing that Raju heard them, and knew that he was loved. How doesn't need nuance, not when Raju’s arms are about him and his tone is so soft and patient.
“I am still,” he protests, fainter and fainter. He can’t reassure any further than that. His teeth chatter again and he twists to seek more warm.
He’s tired again. Sleep is too tempting - Raju too tempting, that hold screaming security and safety. He could just stop fighting, just for a little while. Just for a few minutes more.