[his brow furrows.]

Count...?

[...]

...Because it wasn't...truly physical. I see. [he turns away again, contemplative. this time, he does let himself have a moment to think about it, once again aware of that painful strain he's sitting with right now.]

Maybe...it doesn't...but it's left an effect. Understanding...feeling. [a whole lot of wanting.]

Now at least... I understand...what I was wanting.