[It brings him no joy, being right; there's a kind of solid confidence to it, to being sure of his footing, but he watches her face fall and takes no pleasure in being the source of it.

It's worth it, though, to see emotions that are hers. Not borrowed, not an imitation of someone else, not fabricated; Abigail's. The mask, like the line, can't merely disappear and take its danger with it. She must learn to hold herself separate from it.]

If it is agreeable to you, I will keep the mask for you. You may see it whenever you like, but I will keep it safe.

[He will keep her safe, as much as he can. He will help her find out how to keep herself safe.]

You will have your own victory over him. The proof that others have found theirs can be a useful reminder.