I would presume it is. [ He smiles bashfully, a finger raising to scratch his cheek absentmindedly. ] I have had little exploration experience... save for what we did within the Crystal Tower here on the Source, of course. I could do very little on the First due to the connection to the Tower. Not to mention the fact that the Ishgard I had seen is very different from the one you and your sister love so fondly.

[ G'raha pauses at the mischievous smile, but it only furthers to make curl as well. He had missed that smile of hers, regardless of his older self or the one that slept in the Tower. She finds ways to remain so youthful and happy despite all that is on her shoulders. He sees that it perhaps weighs further on her sister, or at least, her sister shows it far more. ]

Yes... I do.

[ Yet, he clears his throat quickly and stands up. Now is not the time for bold confessions--especially with so many around. Not to mention he still feels that perhaps she would rebuke something more than like. ]

Then, we should be on our way! [ A pause. ] Rather, perhaps I should make a purchase first? I.. find myself in lack of clothing for the temperatures that Corethas is known for in the wake of the Seventh Umbral Calamity. Well, that is, I mean. I have what Tataru was kind enough to make--[ a tug on his new shirt, ]--and the outfit I wore when I sealed myself away...