[Gokudera is taking his time with his drink, used to the burn of alcohol, and the warmth it brings. It’s a comfort like his usual vice, but not one he usually indulges in. His cheeks may be getting slightly pink, but he’s not acting on how it makes him feel.]

Mnn you’ll feel it soon enough.

[Gokudera leans to talk with Genji, placing a hand on Takeshi’s thigh.]

Takeshi here left our home well before me, but I don’t remember it. This collar is something that was put on me in Amoi. I’d much rather remember this place...

[And he leans a little against the other boy.]