[Perhaps it's all a matter of perspective, but the end of the world does not frighten him as much as the potential of losing Jin forever. The violence is unpleasant, sure, as is the ever-present looming potential of death. Somehow, Asher has gotten used to all of that despite only being exposed to it for a year, by virtue of of not having any other options. He can't escape his fears, whether they be of mortality or never being good enough, but he can do this.
He lets Jin tug the fabric off his shoulders, finally reaching out to take that freckle-covered hand.]
I haven't been there for you like I should've-
[Fingers intertwine. The tone of Asher's voice is familiar.
no subject
He lets Jin tug the fabric off his shoulders, finally reaching out to take that freckle-covered hand.]
I haven't been there for you like I should've-
[Fingers intertwine. The tone of Asher's voice is familiar.
Resentment, self-inflicted.]
It's been a really messed up couple of weeks.