They were about to get to the general lobby so he stopped and retrieved a facemask from his pocket, fastening it across his face.
"I'm sorry I'm still doing this. I'll get rid of the mask soon."
On hearing the whisper, Shikera looked up to see the guilt filled expression that dominated his face as he stared down at her.
She sighed. "What are you doing, Ethan? I told you I didn't mean any of the things I said that day. It was just me being stupid and wanting to annoy you," she stated.
"No, I don't think so." Ethan shook his head. "It's suffocating to always wear a mask too. Raymond also has to live his life without wearing masks and the only way to do this is to show my face once and for all."
"But if wearing a mask gives you comfort, then—"
