Given the situation at hand? I'm certain Aymeric would prefer if I see to matters here first. [ A sad smile touches the corners of mouth. However, it never fully spreads. ] We are always interrupted. Either by his new position or by the needs the Scions deem you and I need to care for.

[ Part of her believes she and Aymeric may never be together as they would like, even joined, until they can somehow retire their services. ]

Oh, I'm certain you could have asked for one that fits your rambunctious side more. [ There is a gentle prod to the back of K'thisru's head, but that is all. A teasing gesture at the most. ]

He did. But, knowing it in one's mind and the heart experiencing it are different. [ She shakes her head. ] He loves me, yes. I wouldn't be so bold to say he loves me more than anything. If anything? He loves his city and his people more, and it should be that way. The man he is today is thanks to that devotion and love for Ishgard. I wouldn't take that away from him.

[ Alkaid raises an eyebrow at her sister's next statement. ] As if out of thin air? Who would have thought a mage would turn your head...