(ruby still seems to be in good spirits despite being put through all of that. it takes a strong will to not get bogged down by it all, and jonas, who was feeling particularly morose until spotting her, straightens at the wink with a little smile.

the gum is slipped into his pocket, already forgotten.)

You've had it pretty rough, then... I should take a page out of your book and just do what makes me comfortable instead of trying to force it. It hasn't been that bad, but it hasn't been good either.

(kissing. intimacy. shying away from that has never been "jonas," and now he wonders if he's been acting like a yes-man recently. it's of some concern to him, however, that ruby's had to go against her beliefs to obey this place, and it takes most of his attention; her world is another he's unable to understand. that doesn't mean he wouldn't like to.

he gestures between them.)

I'm sorry things have been so backward. This place sucks, but—well, we can kiss real quick or take the curse option, especially if that's something you'd prefer. We can... get glitter dandruff or, like... have our arms turn into noodles together or something.