( sometimes you lose an entire arm and your boyfriends are very upset with you if you sit up too fast... someday he may give her one, but not this time.

still, sidney watches the pen float.

it's really her. sidney smiles sadly, and wishes for a moment he could ruffle her hair or something similar... maybe next time, he'll bring clamor with him. it'd probably make things easier for them both. )

... I'm sorry. That I couldn't save you. But if you bring me a book, I can read it to you. And I can bring you snacks, if you want.

( his voice is quiet and gentle, but wavers slightly at the apology- he really did have a soft spot for children. )