*This time even the kiss didn't seem to soothe the teen and he pulled away a little* I know you are all able to take care of yourself and probably like being independent and stuff, but... damnit, that means you have to actually take care of yourself and you're going to have to deal with me worrying about you!

I mean... *He fidgeted and fixed his eyes on the floor* I love you and... I just want you to be happy and healthy and all that.