[ Gansey nods. There's a muscle in his jaw that keeps moving, but he's agreeing, and doing what he can to master himself.

Take the time to be weak. He has spent a very long time making himself be strong, and it feels strange to be telling himself to unlock that door.

He'll listen, though. He'll try. ]

I would like to do it. To travel with you, if you...wouldn't mind helping me. I would appreciate that.

[ He looks up, his smile a little crooked. ]

Thank you.