Rose kept her comments to herself until the time came for them. Sure, it was a bit much to take in; but Rose rarely censored herself around people she found comfort in. Unless, of course, their emotional state was questionable. Dirk seemed the definition of calm, so she went for it.

Well, whatever male ego the boy had, she didn't feel like she had the energy to prod him. Especially since he was most certainly not Dave and probably would not take it in the same way he does.

"No problem. Don't worry about it, I won't bring it up anymore. He's not your Bro and I was suppose it was ignorant to assume you both should share some significant attachment to the idea."

She pauses, running her hand through her short strands.

This was a difficult topic.