He flinches, face a grimace and heart aching. Too far, Hux. Techie does not like his family; yes, that’s true. But to be hated here, too? He can’t take it.
Techie swallows dry and becomes acutely aware of the sneers and jeers directed towards them. So many people watching him. He reaches out to gently touch Hux’s arm, face pleading. “C-can we talk about this somewh-where less public?”
He bites his lip hard enough to draw blood. Their stares are making his head spin.
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