[Ashraf has always been unusually affectionate, and it's always been Koltira's policy to withdraw, to demur. But Ashraf is one of only a few close friends left to him in this place. He closes his eyes against the other man's hand as he turns his head.]
You are a man of great responsibility now. Many others count on you.
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You are a man of great responsibility now. Many others count on you.
[Not that he pays attention or anything.]