"I promise," David assures him, his voice soft. Yes, he wants Balthier to know that much. EVen if he maybe chooses first to go back to his room and shower. Because of course he'll want to shower.

But it might be a lot easier for Balthier to ask David to come over that night and just... stay, curled up in Balthier's arms. For now, he needs the man resting.

"Lucky indeed. Come on, let's get you down on the ground and hidden. I can stay with you until you've had some time to rest, throw up a barrier to try and keep you safe."