That is by no means an excuse, or a reason to think less of that time. But it is possible to be so kind and so cruel.

[ after a few moments, he stands himself up—carefully, from the space that he's in, he takes his shawl off to drape it over levity's shoulders, careful to avoid covering his head and doing his best not to get too close or to move too suddenly. he's certain levity couldn't deal with physical touch, but at least his shawl is warm. ]

I'm sorry, Levity-san. I know it hurts—to be so hurt, so deeply, by someone you loved and trusted.