[ That's probably what he'd do in that kind of situation, too. Heck, it's what he did. Pulling away from people, keeping everything within himself, pretending everything was alright.

He settles their orders with the pause, and returns his attention back at her when she speaks again. His fingers run idly against the condensation on his glass, eyes fluttering between the drink and Liv. Despite their vastly different situation, he can somewhat relate to the feeling of being alone when you're surrounded by people. Especially when you hold onto a secret that no one else but you yourself know. He nods quietly, and falls silent in thought.

That's when Komo climbs up the table, crossing over towards Liv. ]

O, oi! What're you doin', Komo?

[ Mondo's ready to grab the pupper and put him back to where he's supposed to be, but halts when he realises what Komo's doing. The little one nuzzles his snout against her hand, looking at her with his puppy eyes. An attempt to comfort, maybe. ]

Komo...

[ He bites his lower lip, sighing in relief. ]

Sometimes... lettin' close ones know is the hardest.

[ Because you know that you'll let them down. Because you're afraid they'll leave you. ]

But it might be worth it. ...Maybe.

[ At least, he can say for sure that he's glad he's told the people he's told. Especially Ishimaru ー his 'brother', and his reason of wanting to make the most out of Wonderland. Eventually, when the timing is right, Mondo'd like Liv to know, too. It's something he's always kept at the back of his mind. ]

If your fiance can be cured... does that mean they can cure you too?