[He's taken /aback by the sudden embrace—! Or rather, he would be if there was a bone in his body capable of denying her this moment. It takes him by surprise nonetheless, and he can't help but blush in embarrassment. He's stiff at first, not often placed in such a position, but the circumstances do call for such an exchange. Slowly, gently, he places his hands around her back to return the favor, amazed that he's even able to do this with her.
As a plus note, this temporary pause in their conversation gives him the opportunity to assess it. "The Brass Blades"... Truly, that is the last time that he had seen Minfilia in this state. There are already powerful magicks at work in this place; control over time is a possibility he cannot rule out. Or perhaps he's overthinking it... In any case, it's nothing he should burden her with until he has more information himself.]
I could say the same for you. How long has it been exactly...?
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As a plus note, this temporary pause in their conversation gives him the opportunity to assess it. "The Brass Blades"... Truly, that is the last time that he had seen Minfilia in this state. There are already powerful magicks at work in this place; control over time is a possibility he cannot rule out. Or perhaps he's overthinking it... In any case, it's nothing he should burden her with until he has more information himself.]
I could say the same for you. How long has it been exactly...?
[He's smooth; he's so smooth.]