[It does sound idealistic, considering how little they know. However, Kim isn't cruel enough to poke any holes in that notion, especially not when Abel says it with such sincerity.
As for his sudden binge of chain smoking, Kim laughs quietly. Now that he has company, it becomes more apparent what a sad sight this had to be. Sometimes the silence is better, but at least Abel is kind enough to create another option.]
I don't think I'll indulge like this after the festival ends, father. [No, tomorrow, it will be right back to his strict regimen of one cigarette a night.] But I appreciate the offer, all the same.
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As for his sudden binge of chain smoking, Kim laughs quietly. Now that he has company, it becomes more apparent what a sad sight this had to be. Sometimes the silence is better, but at least Abel is kind enough to create another option.]
I don't think I'll indulge like this after the festival ends, father. [No, tomorrow, it will be right back to his strict regimen of one cigarette a night.] But I appreciate the offer, all the same.