[For a short time, there is silence between them, and it isn't uncomfortable, at least not on his end. He can sense that there's something bothering the boy, but he won't press. Even after so long, after the comfort that has built between them, he knows not to force a subject, not unless necessary. So he lets Astre come around on his own, and it isn't long after all for that to happen.]
Usually it's best to start a question with a word, don't you think?
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Usually it's best to start a question with a word, don't you think?