[It takes a moment, but Itachi gets his eyes to focus on Mia as much as his blurry vision will allow. Her words don't get any other reaction, positive or negative.
The ninja isn't the sort of person who looks for comforting words. He doesn't believe he requires them in order to try his hardest. The sentiment is appreciated, though it would be appreciated more if his thoughts were more in order.
When she moves away again, his gaze returns to the ceiling. All other words and noise are drowned out by the sound of his own heart pounding in his ears.]
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The ninja isn't the sort of person who looks for comforting words. He doesn't believe he requires them in order to try his hardest. The sentiment is appreciated, though it would be appreciated more if his thoughts were more in order.
When she moves away again, his gaze returns to the ceiling. All other words and noise are drowned out by the sound of his own heart pounding in his ears.]