[It almost topples him over, but his hands plant around Ghoul's waist to steady himself. He takes a knee on the edge of the tub. Eyes down, just past Ghoul's arm, he can see water swirling red.] I am.

[Hands are slow along Ghoul's back, showing him where his own lines are, where he exists. Party turns to promise quietly in his ear:] I ain't losing you. I'll be you, f'you want. You can follow me back. I know the way.