[ He maintains that it was not him who brought peace to Ishgard, although he is aware he played a small role in it, just as he is aware that she and others would call his role anything but small. Still, that the long war has finally concluded is not a laurel that should rest on his shoulders, but upon the Warriors of Light, the Scions, and countless others who fought and sacrificed to see the war come to an end.

But in this moment, it is not those thoughts he wishes to focus on. Rather, he wishes to focus upon her, to give her all the love and attention that he can. He has missed her greatly, and he is certain that their time together will be short. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that he make use of every second that they have. ]

I say this not to bring to mind regret, because I understand full well that our respective responsibilities must separate us at times, but the manor has been very quiet without your presence. [ It is too quiet, and missing a certain spark that her being there brought to the place. Even the steward and the head maid have felt it, and all three of them look forward to when she might return there again. ]

I did receive your letters, and I was glad for them. They brought a smile to my face, and I was beyond gladdened for the chance to see the different places you visited through your words and your eyes.

[ His own eyes soften as he looks at her, and when she presses her lips against his wrist, a contented sigh escapes him. ]

I missed you more than you could possibly know.