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   Popo was clearly distraught… and that vivid memory probably only triggered it further. While he didn’t really see any heart chains surrounding her now, it definitely was taking a toll on Popo. Alto was at least glad he had caught her when he did. He made sure to listen to Popo’s worries intently, patiently waiting for her to gather her words. Seeing her cry like this made him upset, but he knew better than to tell her not to cry.
   Crying was good for her… he hadn’t seen her shed a tear before all that much in his company. It was comforting for Alto to know she felt comfortable enough to cry in front of him too. He took her hand in his to squeeze it; to reassure her just a little bit. Usually this had helped Lisette when she was younger… but Alto felt it would help Popo now.
   “Popo… you don’t need to worry about that. Everybody feels like that every once in awhile. I feel it too…” Alto glanced downwards for a second, “I wasn’t strong enough to save my village… but Lisette doesn’t hate me and I don’t hate Lisette for what she couldn’t do either. The important thing is we all have to do what we can. If you make a mistake, it’s okay. I wouldn’t leave you alone just for following your heart… and I definitely wouldn’t if you’re honest about your feelings.”
          ( I feel it too. )
     Others felt the same way...? Amidst sobs and streaming tears, Popo looked up to Alto to see if he really meant that. It seemed he did, but Popo still couldn’t help but feel that he didn’t fully comprehend what she was feeling. The fact of the matter though... was that he was trying. Despite not fully understanding, it was a relief that someone cared enough to try and want to understand the pain. After all, no one liked pain.Â
     Popo curled her hand around his, hopefully communicating those feelings of gratitude and appreciation. Didn’t this hurt Alto...? What if Popo wouldn’t be able to shake off the memories and words that still haunted her to this day? Wouldn’t it be too much for the Conductor at some point? Then everyone would surely dislike her for having done that to Alto!Â
     “Alto... what if I can’t move on from these memories...? What will happen if this just keeps happening? Won’t you get tired? Won’t you want to leave...? Won’t it get to be too much for you? Popo is trying but... it doesn’t feel like I’m making any progress.”



















