My old partner was like that. Reminded me to eat, kept me from blazing off into ill-informed plans. Kindness really is precious.

[ It's surprisingly comforting, to talk about those losses a little. Even if it's hard.

David is easy to talk about though, and Otto's comment pulls a warm, dreamy smile to Balthier's face. He glances over at David, who's chatting with some of his friends. ]

I could say the same. Thank you, though. This kind of domestic relationship is new for me. I'm finding myself more suited to it than I'd have thought.