[The line between lie and truth can be a hazy one, a veiling mist that obscures a multitude of sins. What matters to Paul, now and always, is the intent.
Lazarus means enough of what he says to matter. He means everything he does, and he made it here, despite all the good reasons he had to stay away. There's a healing bruise shade to Paul's lingering smile, the calm of restlessness finally accepting an assurance. He gives him a last nod, and turns back to the game, but he'll stay by his side in quiet a while longer.]
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Lazarus means enough of what he says to matter. He means everything he does, and he made it here, despite all the good reasons he had to stay away. There's a healing bruise shade to Paul's lingering smile, the calm of restlessness finally accepting an assurance. He gives him a last nod, and turns back to the game, but he'll stay by his side in quiet a while longer.]