[ She would argue that all he has done for Ishgard has made him more than worthy of anything he might ever find. While she does not see herself as such a prize? She would suppose that would include her as well.

Her ear gently twitches underneath his touch and her eyes fall shut. Alkaid all but melts at the touch, tilting her head into his hand so she might nuzzle her nose against his wrist. The overwhelming sense of relief that he is present strikes her once more. He brings with him the feeling of home, and she has most certainly missed it despite the awe and thrill of seeing new places. The tail that had been swaying side-to-side happily comes to a stop as her eyebrows knit together. ]

Then, I'll stay here. [ All the gentle teasing and flirting leaves her voice to reveal something much gentler and vulnerable. ] Did my letters reach you? I know that there weren't nearly as many as I wanted to send! I wanted to describe every place I went, and tell you about the people and their customs! But, time... we had to move place to place so quickly...

[ She presses her head further into his hand before kissing the inside of his wrist. ]

I missed you.