No. It doesn't. [ Steady and certain. It doesn't really change any of the facts of the matter. But maybe, if she can eventually get him to believe it, it'll help change how he reacts to it. Her hand will stay on him until he shows any sign of not wanting it, because hopefully it is providing that grounding presence, the reminder that she's here and wants to help, that she's not going to leave him no matter what. ]
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But it's important to remember.