[ Kaspar's own siblings bring a wealth of mixed feelings. Love, surely, but also the bittersweet that comes from the ceasing of returned letters. Knowing of nieces and nephews he'll likely never be allowed to meet because of his choices.
Why linger on what can't be helped? His brothers will live their lives the way they wish, with or without his presence. None of this stops the warmth from reaching his smile. It means something, to hear someone speak of their family like Steinbeck does.
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2023-01-20 15:21 (UTC)Why linger on what can't be helped? His brothers will live their lives the way they wish, with or without his presence. None of this stops the warmth from reaching his smile. It means something, to hear someone speak of their family like Steinbeck does.
He shakes his head, airily reassuring him. ]
Learning new recipes is a good time, I believe.
[ After another bite. ]
... Would you like to help?