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Like a sister? Merlin, Sutton was like a sister to him and he'd NEVER kiss her. All Ed could do was stare at Isaac for what felt like the millionth time. He felt bad for Isaac having to deal with this, but it seemed Amelia needed him even more right now. As she fell to the floor, Ed moved to her side and put an arm around her, all awkwardness forgotten. The girl was an emotional wreck! And so was Isaac! AIE! WHATDIDHEDO?
His jaw dropped when Isaac mentioned a ring and his eyes turned back to Amelia instantly. She looked devastated. He glanced after Isaac who'd run off, wishing he could split himself into three to comfort them all at the same time. But right now, his priorities had him staying with Amelia who was sobbing. Still sitting on his knees, he stayed silent and put a hand on her back gently, hoping that this would make her realise she wasn't alone in this.
As she finally stopped, he gazed down at her and nodded. But did he dare let her go after Isaac when they were both so emotionally raw right now? Deciding he couldn't play lord and master of all with their relationship and that it should work out how THEY wanted it to work out, he pointed in the direction Isaac had gone. "Good luck." He spoke quietly, wondering if he should go with her or go and find Sutton. She was only a tiny thing and being out in this cold without a coat would surely make her ill. He raised his head to scan the grounds, worry showing clearly on his face.
Amelia buried her head in Ed's chest, taking advantage of the comfort he was offering her. It was a relief to know that even though he was Isaac's friend his immediate reaction wasn't to follow after Isaac. Although, she wouldn't blame him if that was his reaction. But it was nice that it wasn't.
"Thank-you," she murmured, giving Ed a wan smile and a hug. She could tell he'd been slightly unsure if he should point out the right direction, but he'd done so all the same. She was sure that he truly was a great friend.
Pushing herself up onto her feet she brushed the snow off her coat and went to walk in the direction that Ed had pointed out. However, she stopped briefly and turned to look back at him. "The girl, Sutton, who kissed Isaac, did she know that he has a girlfriend?" Amelia asked, her tone betraying only her curiosity, and not her inner turmoil. She'd broken down once today and Ed had held her through it, but she didn't like to let others know her weaknesses or her thoughts. Not even those she could consider allies or friends. Only Isaac ever really saw that side of her.