[ He can feel the nose bleed, but is hoping, with a pang of guilt, that Jim's unable to see it. Zell makes his disappointment known with a sound as soon as Jim moves away. He was hoping they could hold on a little longer. ]

Careful, Stars. There is a drawer open on the dresser. Mochi and Moprh are in there. [ He keeps his voice low as he moves to his stuff. Pulling out some vending machine rations and plopping down on the bed. ]

If I stay at one end, would you sit on the other? [ He's patting the bed. ] It's a large bed. It's...[ Strugging with admitting it, but knowing Jim needs to hear about the effects clearly. ] It only hits me if we're touching. I didn't feel sick being near you.

[ Once the words are out, he knows he can't take them back. He's sad by saying as much though. He really wanted to tough it out and deal with it if it means touching Jim. ]

I missed you too. [ His voice cracks there. ] I missed you so much, Stars.