[Vil feels himself calming as well, next to Cater. He settles his chin on the redhead, letting his eyes fall shut.

At the question, he hums softly.]

That is mainly up to you and your comforts and limits.

I will say that engaging with people who attempt to put you down, insult you or otherwise "call you out" is fruitless, but I'm sure you already know that.

[He threads his fingers through his hair again.]

You can choose to engage as your persona, yourself... or not at all.

Either way, I wouldn't take it too seriously. It amounts about as much to rumors and gossip in high school.

[He gives a light sigh.] That being said... I can't imagine some of the things you've already read and heard can be too good on your mind. So I would suggest taking some time off of social media for awhile.