[Greed might be surprised in the changes to Ed since he last saw him. It took longer than Al for the lesson to get pounded into his head, but it did take, at least.]
[Al nods, managing a small smile that doesn't quite hide the hurt behind it.] Mmm. But I know they're safe this time, and happy. So...it's okay.
[He can handle being alone, if he knows his family will be alright. He's managed well enough before.]
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[Al nods, managing a small smile that doesn't quite hide the hurt behind it.] Mmm. But I know they're safe this time, and happy. So...it's okay.
[He can handle being alone, if he knows his family will be alright. He's managed well enough before.]