Waka said nothing as the other spoke, keeping his gazed focused on the heavens above. Yes, it was true that he had nightmares, but unlike the ones that spun his visions and prophecies, these were focused on his uncertainty and past horrific events. And while he did have nightmares, it didn’t mean he had to admit to them.
Besides; how did this being know that he had them in the first place?
After a few more moments of silence, the prophet finally spoke. “...what makes you say that, mon ami?”
“Dear Ushiwaka, looking after my fellow musical companions at Big Dipper is a high priority of mine.”
Maybe someone could have guessed from the other looking rather tired, but that’s not it. The god of nightmares just knows these things, and enjoys sticking his claws where people really don’t want them.
“As a denizen of the dream realm, your plight is an obvious one to me. Something ails you, indeed. Perhaps Grimm could help you, if you wished. I cannot say it will be easy, even with my assistance. But possible, yes, with effort.”