[And it's something about that kind of confidence, really, that actually helps Basil stay balanced. Even if he doesn't believe he can do it on his own, having Max to be a literal support helps as much as a metaphorical one. Plus, it helps that he just...feels more comfortable around her than ever before, right now.
Funny how that works.
He nods, ears flicking and swiveling forward in concentration as Max gets her arm around him securely, and only once he's had a moment to acclimate to the feeling of standing on toothpicks will he try to take his first step. It is very slow, very tenuous...but he doesn't wobble, stepping gently forward as if he's walking on eggshells. One step, two, then a few more...]
I...don't know how we're making it up the steps.
[He breathes out in a half-laugh, realizing that- right- the Palazzo has a porch doesn't it.]
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Funny how that works.
He nods, ears flicking and swiveling forward in concentration as Max gets her arm around him securely, and only once he's had a moment to acclimate to the feeling of standing on toothpicks will he try to take his first step. It is very slow, very tenuous...but he doesn't wobble, stepping gently forward as if he's walking on eggshells. One step, two, then a few more...]
I...don't know how we're making it up the steps.
[He breathes out in a half-laugh, realizing that- right- the Palazzo has a porch doesn't it.]