[It takes him a moment to respond. "Unnecessary." Of course, everyone would think so. He hears Cross' harsh words again about Allen withdrawing from the other Exorcists. Recalls with a sting the lack of recognition in Allen's expression when he made the first call. Remembers wavering words spoken quietly in a prison cell beneath the Order: "Not knowing is frightening, isn't it?"

He wonders if he's a little disappointed in Lavi...]



Walker is tenacious. And he values his comrades in the Order. I'm certain given time and the proper support his mood will recover. If you're worried about the weight he has to carry then perhaps you should make certain he knows you're willing to carry it with him.