[Fai rather feels as if he has done something horribly wrong, and it's jarring to him to be treated with such kindness and understanding. It's as if after months upon months of self-blame and anger with nowhere to go, he's forgotten what it feels like.

He makes a soft little sound of amusement.]

I promise I won't be affronted by your reluctance to poison me. Though right now, I think a hug from me might just be more toxic - hopefully you'll be able to get to me only after I've had a bath.