[Rinrou]

Laurel was hurting too, but surprisingly, no tears came as she continued to kiss Nic softly. Nic could tell something was different with Laurel, something inside of her that she wouldn't let him near. She finally pulled away, cupping his face in her hands and wiping his tears away gently. "Now, stay calm. As much as you hate it, you're as weak as a rabbit. If you get too upset and kick the bucket right now... then I'll probably hate you," she warned him as she leaned in and kissed his forehead. "Are you hungry? You should eat." she stated as she kissed his temple. Old habits die hard.