You are correct. [One cannot assume that Minimus will speak gently.] However, it would be inappropriate if I do not address the base concern.
While I cannot offer much in the way of consolation, I want to emphasize that I am available to discuss our lives on Cybertron. You should not be alone in your grief.
Understood. [Feelings are difficult. Especially when you know nothing about the death of one of your friends.] Is there anything else I should know before we are to work together?
[At least he can set boundaries. That's easier to do.]
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While I cannot offer much in the way of consolation, I want to emphasize that I am available to discuss our lives on Cybertron. You should not be alone in your grief.
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Please don't. I don't want to grieve. I want to fix this.
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[At least he can set boundaries. That's easier to do.]
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[ A pause. ]
Too soon?
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