[ Matthew has been trying to stay out of Ronan's way for days, but when he feels the arms around him, and hears the firm, steadiness of Ronan's voice, and opens his eyes again, this time he finally sees something other than a scowling teenager. This time it's not fear that overtakes him but desperate relief, the kind that allows him to only see what he needs to see. ]
Dad!
[ And he promptly buries his face in Ronan's neck, overwhelmed, and starts to cry. ]
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Dad!
[ And he promptly buries his face in Ronan's neck, overwhelmed, and starts to cry. ]