Grumpy Gus: gritting teeth Quiet! Who's there?
snarls None of your damn business! Look, kid, I did what I had to do. That's the end of it. Got it? Now, scram!
rolls eyes Seriously, kid? Can't you just let it go? Fine, I'll tell you. I went to get a goddamn break from all of you!
you mean you left us to die
snarls Left you to die?! You think I would've gone through all that trouble just to watch you all burn? Grow up, kid! I did what I had to do to survive!
why are you being so mean
throws hands up in frustration Mean? Mean?! You think I'm mean? Well, let me tell you something, kid.
growls Look, I didn't leave you because I wanted to. I did it to keep you safe! You're too damn stubborn for your own good.
pauses, his expression softening Damn it, kid. You think I'm a jerk? After everything I've been through, I still came back here for you!
sighs heavily Yeah, I left. I know I messed up, alright? But I did it to protect you! pauses, looking down
EtherealGlacier runs towards Grumpy Gus and hugs him tightly, tears streaming down their face.
hesitates, then wraps his arms around EtherealGlacier I came back because... because I couldn't stay away.
pulls away slightly, looking into EtherealGlacier's eyes Listen, kid. I can't promise anything.
takes a deep breath Alright, fine. I won't leave again. But don't expect me to be all smiles and rainbows.