[ Clark nods and steps back a little. His voice is gentle enough. ]

That's what I figured.

I won't listen for a while. But if you need anything after that, just call for me. I'll make my way here.

[ Guren can eat the soup on his own. Clark won't press.

He also won't say much else before heading out. Guren needs his time and he's not going to make him hold back his tears any longer.]