Fine, any presentation. [ He snorted, looking a bit sheepish. Yes, he was aware that comparison in no way worked whatsoever, GOD, he'd never claimed to be good at this. ]

But that wasn't- [ Giving his head a shake to brush aside his previous words, he sighs. ] Not like i'm any better at the talking thing. And it's not any easier when it's someone you're close to, I get it.

[ Looking back up at her, he settled a palm against her cheek, trying to go back to being serious. ] You don't have to be the brave to just talk to her. And you don't have to say all the right things, you already know it's not gonna fix itself right away. Actually talking's a step in the right direction though, and that's all you can do.