[ With five words of clarity, tension evaporates. Matthias gives her an annoyed look, which barely stings, as it colours with fondness. ]
Nina, why would I not be all right? It wasn't an evil spirit!
[ He huffs, shaking his head. She's close enough that he can deftly deal with those buttons, and he does, with four precise motions. Then he curls his fingers lightly over her wrist. She reached three-quarters of the way, now it's his turn. Yes, of course she may. ]
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Nina, why would I not be all right? It wasn't an evil spirit!
[ He huffs, shaking his head. She's close enough that he can deftly deal with those buttons, and he does, with four precise motions. Then he curls his fingers lightly over her wrist. She reached three-quarters of the way, now it's his turn. Yes, of course she may. ]
[ More gently, ]
Were you afraid of it, that is why?