[With the swap, his heart tightens in his chest. Hearing him sound so...worried pains him deeply, and makes him feel guilty, especially with that last part "I merely wish to express my love to you". He considers for a moment to continue with text, but that would be too cowardly.
So, when he responds, he tries to sound dismissive and uninterested. Trying to hide any guilt that might be coating his tone. He's only half successful.]
...I appreciate your concern, 'tis merely unnecessary. I wish not to think of my hurts more than they force me to.
Voice;
So, when he responds, he tries to sound dismissive and uninterested. Trying to hide any guilt that might be coating his tone. He's only half successful.]
...I appreciate your concern, 'tis merely unnecessary. I wish not to think of my hurts more than they force me to.
[Which is true, but...]