[Honestly... They'd rather not think about why they're used to it, though. Their friends might have forgotten all about it, but they haven't. They don't get that luxury. They don't deserve it.
They smile a little for this guy's sake, however, and squeeze his hand in what they hope is a reassuring manner.]
I'm good at taking care of myself, but... if it gets too bad, I'll find someone tough to stay with. Don't worry about me.
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[Honestly... They'd rather not think about why they're used to it, though. Their friends might have forgotten all about it, but they haven't. They don't get that luxury. They don't deserve it.
They smile a little for this guy's sake, however, and squeeze his hand in what they hope is a reassuring manner.]
I'm good at taking care of myself, but... if it gets too bad, I'll find someone tough to stay with. Don't worry about me.