[ He would follow her anywhere she chose to go, simply because she has become a very important part of his world, and while he certainly would find ways to fill up his time again, he already knows that everything would seem a lot less bright if she were no longer with him. Traveling together with her is something he strongly desires, even if it is only for a brief period of time. ]

Well, neither am I used to having someone to dote on or spoil, but I think that I will enjoy doing so very much. [ He has already begun to think of small gestures and actions that he might do in hopes of making her smile. ] I will most certainly insist, yes.

[ He leans in so that he might plant a light kiss on her cheek. But when she quiets, his expression turns sober, because truthfully, he worries about her safety and that of her sister as well. ]

If I could accompany you on your adventures and trials, I would. I might not be able to stare down primals as you do, but I would be your shield, if only I could.

[ And he is finding it difficult to not look upon himself and his duties with no small amount of displeasure and even self-reproach, because to him, this is nothing short of a failure on his part. He might be able to uphold one side of his responsibilities, but what of his responsibility to her? ]