[It's quite correct, for Archer's struggle to contain the pain is indeed hindering it. The last thing that he wants is causing others to feel the same. Not Waver, who is genuinely trying to help him despite not having a full grasp of his abilities, as most shinki do. Definitely not Caster, who is much more than a god, friend or lover.
His first instinct is to pull away and scold Caster for risking an injury, but Archer hesitates. His partner is well aware what he's risking. It's the instinctive need to protect that he's unable to shake off.
Caster's touch soothes and gives him something to focus on instead the pain. His words make Archer frown, though.]
I don't want you to feel this pain. [in a moment he remembers Waver and adds.] Any of you.
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His first instinct is to pull away and scold Caster for risking an injury, but Archer hesitates. His partner is well aware what he's risking. It's the instinctive need to protect that he's unable to shake off.
Caster's touch soothes and gives him something to focus on instead the pain. His words make Archer frown, though.]
I don't want you to feel this pain. [in a moment he remembers Waver and adds.] Any of you.