Despite not knowing why Kafney suddenly made such a bold and intense move,
Annan could still understand.
Kafney feared that she might be abandoned... although Annan was not very clear why Kafney would suddenly think so, he decided to comfort her first.
Of course, Annan was not good at comforting people. If it were mockery, hurting others, or even giving an inspiring speech, he might do much better.
And Annan was also not quite sure whether "words," such fragile and powerless things, were of any use to Kafney.
So he opted for a simpler, more direct action.
Like holding a baby, as if comforting a crying child, Annan maintained a somewhat awkward, half-reclining posture on the ground and gently patted Kafney's back with his left hand.
Soon, Annan felt this position was somewhat laborious.
He simply leaned against the tea table and sat up. As he stretched out his legs, he also lifted his right hand, which had been supporting him on the ground, to hold Kafney as well.
