[It did bring the first genuine smile, even if it was small, that he'd worn all day. A rare one too; contented enough--and only seen with Mai.
I wanted to be sure. And it's okay if you aren't sometimes. I just...want you reasonably happy and content.
[Admitted with a hint of shyness, but no less genuine.]
We're partners.
[His inflection on the word meant he didn't just mean battle-partners. Friends, and more, in addition to having each other's back and supporting each other.]
Re: Action
I wanted to be sure. And it's okay if you aren't sometimes. I just...want you reasonably happy and content.
[Admitted with a hint of shyness, but no less genuine.]
We're partners.
[His inflection on the word meant he didn't just mean battle-partners. Friends, and more, in addition to having each other's back and supporting each other.]