[ something in zagreus' expression crumbles just a touch; the usual smile on his face colored with something not quite like sadness — longing, maybe. an old ache that looks a little out of place on his youthful features. ]

Who's to say if it is or it isn't. But I believe if it's something you want, more than anything, you'd take that chance. Even if it may seem like a waste... even if you may not get it in the end.