[ Whether Makoto wants Howl's empathy or not, he gets it all the same. The wizard is taking this seriously; it is not a joke to him, or a game, or a thing to be jealous over. Nor is he particularly surprised to get this reaction from M, either. He is a demon, and while Howl knows M isn't the same as the demons he's familiar with, he can't help but treat him with the same sympathy.
So he sighs and takes a moment to think. A part of him wants to help if he can, especially if it might entice M to tell him more. But is there anything he can do for M? They have no idea what they're dealing with here. That thought sends another pang of frustration and anxiety through their connection. ]
I see.
[ As much as Howl hates to admit it, the Regent might be the best person to go to for help with this, but Howl certainly wouldn't ever do that if he were in M's shoes, and he would not tell the demon take that risk either. ]
that's fine!
So he sighs and takes a moment to think. A part of him wants to help if he can, especially if it might entice M to tell him more. But is there anything he can do for M? They have no idea what they're dealing with here. That thought sends another pang of frustration and anxiety through their connection. ]
I see.
[ As much as Howl hates to admit it, the Regent might be the best person to go to for help with this, but Howl certainly wouldn't ever do that if he were in M's shoes, and he would not tell the demon take that risk either. ]
I won't tell anyone.