[ There is a part of him that would forgo all of his responsibilities as Lord Speaker without hesitation if she told him that she would rather he remain at her side, especially now that she appears to be wrestling with some sort of illness. Even the Starlight Celebration would pale in comparison to caring for her and supporting her as best as he is able.

When her fingers slide in between his, he lightly bends his own, to further hold onto her. He would swoop her off her feet and hold her that way, but he refrains from doing so in case she would rather not be seen that way, or be carried that way. ]

If you are certain. I do not wish to tire you out or cause your condition to worsen. [ That is what he fears, given the apparent lack of information concerning her present state of being. ] The children may be disappointed, but they would understand. [ In time, anyway. But then he finds himself stiffening slightly at the news that Krile has a report to give them both.

He does his best to appear calm and collected, but she will certainly note the look of worry in his own eyes. His hand briefly tightens around hers as if to offer what reassurance he can. ]

Well, whatever news her report contains, I will be with you when she gives it. [ He knows he does not need to state as much, but he feels compelled to regardless. ]

The planning of it all has kept me busy, but the festive spirit has not left me. Far from it, in fact. The thought of experiencing it alongside you and the children gives me no small amount of excitement and anticipation.

[ Some of it is countered a bit by his fears for her, but he is doing his best to find a balance between the two things. ]

Would you like to remain here for a moment? [ Private moments are somewhat a rarity these days, but he will do whatever she asks of him. ]