[Teddy had kept his eyes away even with his chin tipped up, though he meets Billy's gaze once he's reassured. And he can see it there, too; no veiled irritation, no impatience, just concern. It doesn't really stop Teddy from feeling lousy about himself, but that is, at least, one worry settled.
He lowers his head just slightly with a sheepish little smile, though he still keeps his eyes on Billy's.]
[action, june 9th]
He lowers his head just slightly with a sheepish little smile, though he still keeps his eyes on Billy's.]
Really? Not even a little?