[ He listens patiently, as always. In a sense, it's freeing that Abbacchio's decision is his own. Bucciarati enjoys being relied upon by others, and is happy to guide them; at the same time, the responsibility is heavy, particularly when it comes to Abbacchio, whom he knows leans on him especially when it comes to finding his way forward. This is hardly a monumental choice, but it's still a little proof that he's gotten back on his feet since Bruno found him - and since Bruno left him, as well. ]

Then you have your answer.

[ a nod. He sticks his hands in his pockets. ]

I think it's good that you have a place where you can be "normal." It's wise not to take that for granted.

[ his relationships with the people there, too. It's something Bucciarati's struggled with personally since he arrived here. He grew up in Passione; he's never had to try and be part of regular society, and he's finding he doesn't really know how. ]