[Steve slowly maneuvers the two of them, giving Len ample time and warning before he shifts anything, so they are in a more comfortable position when he can just hold the other for as long as needed while he rests. Sometimes you just need someone else to hold your world together for a little bit and Steve was glad to do it for Len.]
[The storm of emotion passes as quickly as it had begun and as long as Steve doesn't hold him too tightly or too close he won't balk at the contact. He's too worn out from the outburst to really overthink any of this. Steve means safety and shelter and for the moment that's enough.
It has to be.
But sooner or later his leg is going to start to tingle and he shifts a bit.] My leg is falling asleep.
[Steve's arms are strong and sure around Len, but the other can very easily pull away if he wants too. When Len says his leg is falling asleep Steve shifts his arms to let him move and pull away if he wants too. He speaks softly.]
[Steve helped Len up and over to the couch. He settled down first and then let the other settle where he would. If allowed he'll cuddle Len closer to him with one arm and continue to gently stroke his shoulder and back in what he hoped was a soothing gesture.]
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It has to be.
But sooner or later his leg is going to start to tingle and he shifts a bit.] My leg is falling asleep.
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Do you want to get up and move to the couch?
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Leonard hesitates once they're on the couch. This is something he needs and it's clear he's terrified to take it. But slowly he does.]
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