I may have not been the most patient in my youth. No, in fact, I was rather impatient. I had to learn how to parlay with her in hopes for a better future. One where my people may not suffer or feel as if there is nothing but to survive. [ His hand gently presses on the top of her head once more before removing it. ] I am certain she would be quite please. However, I believe, that she would wish you to be true to your heart more than anything else.

[ A gentle chuckle comes from him. ] No, I full well intend that I am there to great you when you finally arrive. It would be rude to invite one into my home and not be there to receive them.

[ He chuckles slightly. ] Perhaps it is simply the light making them look redder than they truly are.

[ The Crystal Exarch has to fight himself from reacting out of turn. Perhaps she has begun to suspect who he is. Apart of him is elated at the idea that he would be worthy enough of her memories. The other knows that it matters not in the grand scheme of things. ]

You sound as if you are very familiar with this particular shade of red. Mayhap I inquire as to how and why?