Oh.

Well, I do.

I guess no one else really does, and not sure why that is, but I'm guessing my psyche is of a much weaker constitution than his.

Eh ... not really sure if I can explain it since it's confusing to me too and it seems like no one else is experiencing it.

My vision self isn't willing to accept me as the same individual as them, but I'm not weak enough that he can just take over and dismiss this life in Port Manteau as fake and worthless. I'm also not willing to accept him as part of me because of what he's done and how he behaved, so... ?

I guess you could just chalk it up to me being unstable if that's easier. That's what everyone else has done that knows, I think. Not that I really care what they think, either, so I don't mean that bitterly.

Hmm... I assume they can override if you let them, but they probably have to have the nature and inclination to do it.

Forte's doesn't come off like one of those that would qualify to me.

Well, you understand it better than me — the worrying part, I mean.

Do it for you if it helps you, but not for me.

I just mean... it doesn't affect me. I don't feel anything, so you're the one it's a real trouble for. So you should do what makes you feel best. I'm not so self-conscious to demand anything from you like that.

Aha! Well, thanks, I appreciate it.

Aha! Thanks.

But... I meant I don't feel anything when you sense these things about me. I can't tell if you're doing it or not, so it doesn't cause any discomfort, you know?

Sure thing. I promise.

I don't tell stories to others that aren't mine to be told.

You're welcome.

Anyway, I probably should let you have some peace.

[ laughs. ]

Well, at the very least, probably should heat up the hot chocolate.