[this feels like eavesdropping on something deeply personal, something ash can't remember having and isn't sure he wants to hear. he's not sure terezi would really forgive him that either]

Well done, Terezi. I think you have it from here.

[he meant that praise wholeheartedly, but there's no more reason for him to stay and risk leaking his feelings into this reunion. quiet and careful, he stands and heads for his room]