[Surprisingly? John knew what she meant, but he was trying to avoid that topic because...well that's depressing to think about. Because Karkat won't remember. Just like he probably won't remember the fact that he and John are friends when he comes back.]
[Throat tightening, he rubs her back a little, resting his head on her shoulder and whispering to her:]
action;
[Throat tightening, he rubs her back a little, resting his head on her shoulder and whispering to her:]
Please don't cry, Rose...please.