[He keeps his eyes on the road still, but he does nod a bit.]
...I've been trying to process things. For a long time I wasn't doing that; I was simply trying to move past them, in a way that allowed them to keep building. I can't keep living like that anymore.
I'm still learning to let go of things myself. To accept that perhaps there's nothing I can do about what happened. I need to be able to live with myself.
Yes. I think it'll always be difficult, but I'm glad you're trying to process things and work through it. You're definitely right, though; holding onto them forever isn't going to do anyone any good, though I'm sure learning to let go isn't an easy process.
[He's quiet for a moment before speaking up again.]
You've come a long way since we first met as well. I'm really happy I can be here to support you. I'm really proud of you, Albert.
I do my best! I always want to do everything I can for you, no matter what. You've been going through a lot and I know it's really tough on you, but you always find a way to keep going. I'm sure you'd be fine without me, but you'll never have to experience that. I'll always be right here by your side and I'll always do whatever I can to help you.
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[He makes a noise at that though, like he's trying really goddamn hard not to laugh.]
Hopefully they'll go back to their usual selves soon enough! I don't blame you for being a bit disturbed by them, though...
I really am glad you're doing well, Albert. I'm really happy to see it.
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...I've been trying to process things. For a long time I wasn't doing that; I was simply trying to move past them, in a way that allowed them to keep building. I can't keep living like that anymore.
I'm still learning to let go of things myself. To accept that perhaps there's nothing I can do about what happened. I need to be able to live with myself.
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[He's quiet for a moment before speaking up again.]
You've come a long way since we first met as well. I'm really happy I can be here to support you. I'm really proud of you, Albert.
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You take good care of me.
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[It's evenly-stated, more a fact than anything.]
It's good to know that I'll never experience it, because I know I wouldn't manage very well, nor would I have come this far.
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You'll always have me, I promise. There's nothing that could ever make me want to leave your side. I love you so much, Albert.
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Likewise. I'll be with you for as long as I can.
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I know. Nothing could ever make me happier!