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[tehilim127_1]

Hello?

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[lahire]

"It is permitted, to take time?" The wibbly look of uncertainty and confusion (and hope?) on his face probably confirms just how much he needs this.

[tehilim127_1]

"Absolutely," she says firmly. "As much as you need. Maybe start with ... let's say, two months? You'll get room and board and a basic living stipend during that time, and if you need longer, you'll have it for longer."

[lahire]

"Okay. That sounds...like something to start with. A starting point. Everything else can follow."

It's a relief, visibly so, not to push himself to Make Big Decisions right now.

[tehilim127_1]

"Exactly. And if you've got any questions during that time, or just want to talk over things as you figure them out, you can always come back here. Or you can write me a letter, or call me on the sending stones -- I can't guarantee I'll always be available to talk, but I can get back to you when I am."

[lahire]

He seems not convinced by her offer to talk things over if he needs help, but there's a small nod.

"I will remember this. Thank you, ma'am."

wrap?

[tehilim127_1]

"Anytime." She smiles. "And -- I wish you well here."

(Given the circumstances he came from, it seems like a better thing to say than best of luck.)