[Okay, he gets why Peter's not exactly a bundle of positivity, given their shared situation. Hell, Kieran isn't usually a bundle of sunshine, himself. But he also understands the importance of trying to find the good in a shitty situation, or at least to make some good out of it.]
[And when that's not possible (which is usually the case), nothing beat a good distraction.]
[So Kieran--in all of his awkward glory--throws an arm around Peter's shoulders.]
no subject
[Kieran has been convinced.]
[He has no doubts about Peter's sincerity.]
[Okay, he gets why Peter's not exactly a bundle of positivity, given their shared situation. Hell, Kieran isn't usually a bundle of sunshine, himself. But he also understands the importance of trying to find the good in a shitty situation, or at least to make some good out of it.]
[And when that's not possible (which is usually the case), nothing beat a good distraction.]
[So Kieran--in all of his awkward glory--throws an arm around Peter's shoulders.]
So! T-Tell me more 'bout that mushroom soup!