( well, Thomas ought to know how little brothers are. though he may like to be able to rely upon his older brothers, there's always a part of him that impels him to prove himself. it also makes him guilty for not being able to at least take care of himself; from time to time he's also reminded that he failed his family, too, but that is news that is growing older by the day. { like now. he hadn't foreseen something like this, not truly. }

still, even if he takes Thomas' love and support for granted, and he's learnt that standing together makes you stronger, he always will strive to do the best that he can. that's a trait the two of them have in common. with Rio in the house that just adds another person to the household he considers himself as the protector of.

when he speaks to Thomas, he doesn't open his eyes, and sighs a bit. ) I'm not an idiot, you are of if you'd think I'd do that. No way do only you and Chris get to say cool, heartfelt things like that.