[Not talking to her would definitely be a tempting option - it's what Baren did when he was in Leo's shoes. He avoided the actual question for three years, while also not being able to completely sever a tie to someone that he found interesting. It led to a mess.
He'd rather avoid it.
- but he recognizes that he doesn't have enough information. He doesn't know if Leo's reasons and his own were the same. So when he asks, it's only open curiosity.]
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He'd rather avoid it.
- but he recognizes that he doesn't have enough information. He doesn't know if Leo's reasons and his own were the same. So when he asks, it's only open curiosity.]
What would be stopping you?