[Prefect lets out a loose, nervous, almost accidental laugh, then swallows hard.]
Thank you, Comrade. [He reaches with his free hand for O'Brien's arm, trying to stabilize himself somewhat. The feeling of the other totalitarian's unseen hand on his arm, had clarified Prefects own vulnerability for him, and he was suddenly extremely relieved to have O'Brien there.]
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Date: 2011-02-08 02:18 am (UTC)Thank you, Comrade. [He reaches with his free hand for O'Brien's arm, trying to stabilize himself somewhat. The feeling of the other totalitarian's unseen hand on his arm, had clarified Prefects own vulnerability for him, and he was suddenly extremely relieved to have O'Brien there.]