[ blinking slowly at the touch, baein studies koa's face before he smiles a little and shakes his head. he's not sure what he thinks about the fact that the fox is almost seeing right through him when baein would rather keep it muddy, even for himself. ]

A lot of things happen up there. As they probably do for everyone. I would rather just ignore it and feel the moment.

[ baein tugs koa in for a hug, unprompted, relaxed. ]

It's not awkward, don't worry.