They are, [ he agrees, but where he might usually catch the expression on Olivine's face, he doesn't, caught too deep in his own mental exhaustion to recognize someone else's difficulty. Instead, he finds himself shaking his head to the question, a soft chuckle on his lips as his hand is held. ]

You did a great job of that. I had a wonderful time... I wouldn't be opposed to trying something like it again in the future.

[ Then, he smiles across at Olivine, nodding. ]

Yeah. I'll try. Being gentle with myself isn't always easy, but I'll try.