I know I'm having trouble withstanding this whole mess, but...as long as you're with me, I think I'll be fine. My only real problem here is getting myself to admit to things like this when I'm so accustomed to keeping them to myself.

[Waver's hold on him turned just a little more secure, voice finding some of its usual calm confidence.]

It's alright, Diarmuid. I'm not about to tell anyone they shouldn't be angry or upset. The most important and most difficult thing is managing to control it, that's all.