[What Gamzee doesn't get is why he said it at all. After all, Karkat isn't usually the type to say things just to make a brother feel better - that motherfucker is honest. It's one of the things the Slytherin really likes about him, actually. And now he's- does that mean-

Is it true?

Karkat will suddenly find himself the receipient of a very enthusiastic and enveloping hug, as Gamzee yanks him into a long-limbed embrace that gives no fucks not only for whoever might be watching, but also for whatever protests the Gryffindor might be uttering as the life is practically hugged out of him.]