[He does eventually realize that the laughs have slipped out of him and he collects himself after a few moments. His face is red as he looks away, covering his mouth. It's been so long since he's felt comfortable enough to laugh like that.
An apology probably isn't needed for this, he thinks. But he's so embarrassed.]
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An apology probably isn't needed for this, he thinks. But he's so embarrassed.]