[ it's that big brother energy. ]

Hopefully it stops. Thanks, dude. [ he gets a genuine smile, tired but very much appreciative for the promise.

.... though the last part just makes him sigh. ] Advil? Man, here. [ futzing around in his pockets - he has a little packet of them from his first aid kit handy because of his cyoa injuries. so here have some ibuprofen ] Go get some water from the cart, and take those pills. You'll thank me later.