[ ed's right in his estimation that nico wouldn't appreciate hearing about the stone. it would be a touchy subject for him and one that would undoubtedly distress him. fortunately, it's not mentioned, and really, what ed says is enough to make nico's lower lip tremble a little. apparently alphonse had done what he couldn't, what he didn't have the courage to do, and nico feels an ache in his chest thinking about the last time he spoke to bianca. ]
A soul for a soul. He must really, truly care about you.
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A soul for a soul. He must really, truly care about you.