[he isn't wrong. that particular memory still swims very close to the surface, bringing with it months of repressed recollections. he hasn't thought about that period of his life for quite a few months now. had striven to push it behind him so he could move forward, unfettered by the scars it left on his heart. then again. . .]
[. . . he supposes his cigarettes are clear evidence that he still has yet to leave it behind]
Yes.
[comes his answer. calm and devoid of any emotion, even as he pulls the hot water from the kettle and begins to pour it into the coffee maker]
1/2
[. . . he supposes his cigarettes are clear evidence that he still has yet to leave it behind]
Yes.
[comes his answer. calm and devoid of any emotion, even as he pulls the hot water from the kettle and begins to pour it into the coffee maker]
. . . and no.
[that answer is just as genuine]