[It's not something he can totally argue against. "Conceal, don't feel" was a pretty frequent staple when you'd rather just try to get on with life rather than wallow in what made it difficult.]

Still... just because it's improved doesn't mean I think you should stop talking about it. If it still bothers you, we can always try to make it better.

[As much as was within their power and time, at least.

With an exhale and the last sound of metal screwing against metal, Vakama lowers the bodily support of Viktor's leg, back down to the ground as the Toa carefully hoists himself to his feet with both hands held out for Viktor to take.]

Stand up for me, if you could.