[ Despite it all, that question makes him smile. It eases something tense and worried in his chest. Nothing is going to be right for anyone. Not for a long time he suspects, but each step is one more in trying to make things better.

So he's unable to help but consider that. ]

You know, I've been working on them. I think I could manage that when you want it.

[ Then that darker question and he realizes he doesn't have to consider the answer. ]

Which would be better for you, Chris? I'll listen to every moment if you think sharing will help. Or just parts of it. If talking about it now is too much, I understand that as well.