There are parts of my life I would rather went unwritten, too.

[there's no polishing that can make his story seem any better. But it seems it will be written with or without him, and while the idea fills him with dread... what can he do about it, really?

He reaches for Atsushi's arm before he changes his mind, drawing him gently away]

The quills are fascinating, but I would rather hear your stories from you, and in your own time.

[less room for error. More room for omission.]

Have you enjoyed Khalo so far, otherwise...?