I think it has been, too. Honestly, I would've kept to myself all night, if it weren't for this...

[ She's grateful she's holding the bowl of stew; her impulse is to wring at her knuckles a bit, as they start to sting at the reminder. They're significantly more red than the rest of her hands. ]

But knowing everyone else is out here makes it a little more inviting. It's good to reflect on your own, but it's also a nice way to show that none of us are going through this shit by ourselves. Sayaka's a good moodmaker, so I'm not surprised she'd want to help run something like this...

[ But Estelle's optimism isn't a bad thing to have, either. As a matter of fact, to Chitoge, there's a strength in it. ]

Don't forget to watch yourself, too. Doing things for others is great and all, but you should take time to breathe...