[ What he feels is some measure of relief that he is able to finally care for her in ways befitting her partner. There is a part of him that believes he has been lacking in that area, and thus he has much to make up for. Furthermore, he is driven by the notion that he must continue caring for her, and if the chance does not present itself on its own, then he will have to take matters into his own hands. ]

Another family gathering would be good for all of us, I think. [ He means to encourage these gatherings as much as possible, provided everyone has the time and means to gather. It is as much for the benefit of the children as it is for the two sisters, and rather selfishly, for himself too, although he intends to keep that thought to himself. ]

I believe that Ishgard is well on her way to being more open to others who live and work far beyond her walls. And of course, we have you and your sister to thank, for none of this would have been possible without you.

[ He knows he has expressed similar sentiments before, but he must say them again, because he and his people owe them a great debt. ] If not for your aid, we very well may have been locked in prolonged war even now. That we are beginning to find hope again is because of you.

[ He leans in as much as he can given how close they already are, and he adds: ]

That, too, I attribute to your assistance. I would not have known how to reach out had you not reached out to me first.