... I'm worried about it. But... the reason why I'm worried is why I'm afraid to ask.
( Speaking honestly - it's a double-edged sword, in a way. He refers to how Ish had reacted when he so much as recalled what happened. He felt so scared for Ish - upset, even without knowing why. )
no subject
( A vaguely affirmative sound. )
... I'm worried about it. But... the reason why I'm worried is why I'm afraid to ask.
( Speaking honestly - it's a double-edged sword, in a way. He refers to how Ish had reacted when he so much as recalled what happened. He felt so scared for Ish - upset, even without knowing why. )