[perhaps ironically, archie's feeling largely the same. he doesn't have to think about his responsibilities or those he failed when he's here. he can just switch off and go through the motions for anyone that comes by. hell, when it comes to certain imports he's closest to he doesn't even have to switch off, and lucina is one of them.]
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I'm glad you came, [he says, gently.] I'm glad you're here.