[Hunter isn't used to being hugged. Anyone who thinks Belos ever deigned to hug his nephew is kidding themselves, and he's certainly never been close enough to any other scouts or Coven Heads for it to happen. It isn't something that's done in the Emperor's Coven, so when Luz launches herself at him he nearly loses his balance and keels over. He barely catches himself, only to freeze up at the unexpected physical contact.]
What are you -- [That thought dies in his throat as he stares down at her, astonished and unsure of what to do. Not hug her back, no way, he's way too uncomfortable to even consider that.
Flapjack settles on top of his head, out of the way, and chirps softly. It's a little bit of encouragement to do something that isn't just 'push Luz away.' She's really, really upset, and he should at least try to do something about it.
He chews on his lower lip, then tries again.]
I'm -- going to be more careful, from now on. I have to be.
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What are you -- [That thought dies in his throat as he stares down at her, astonished and unsure of what to do. Not hug her back, no way, he's way too uncomfortable to even consider that.
Flapjack settles on top of his head, out of the way, and chirps softly. It's a little bit of encouragement to do something that isn't just 'push Luz away.' She's really, really upset, and he should at least try to do something about it.
He chews on his lower lip, then tries again.]
I'm -- going to be more careful, from now on. I have to be.