[ It may be awkward to some extent, but even Barnaby can appreciate the value of physical comfort. He’s starting to learn that it’s not something to be so ashamed of. It had helped Ivan when he’d needed someone, and in turn it had helped Barnaby too.
Now wasn’t really that different. He was prone to seeking it out in times of desperation; this likely counted as one of those times. Not that the hug was expected, given that he’d thought himself in for a scolding, so the change of pace wasn’t something he’d anticipated.
For a few moments he didn’t seem sure how to react to her at all, but in the end he found himself returning the embrace. Normally he wouldn’t, but there were some moments where people simply needed some comfort. It had been like this when Kotetsu had come back from the dead, and with Ivan when he was hurting. Now it was Barnaby that needed it. ]
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Now wasn’t really that different. He was prone to seeking it out in times of desperation; this likely counted as one of those times. Not that the hug was expected, given that he’d thought himself in for a scolding, so the change of pace wasn’t something he’d anticipated.
For a few moments he didn’t seem sure how to react to her at all, but in the end he found himself returning the embrace. Normally he wouldn’t, but there were some moments where people simply needed some comfort. It had been like this when Kotetsu had come back from the dead, and with Ivan when he was hurting. Now it was Barnaby that needed it. ]