[ Her thanks isn't necessary, but he takes it with humility, remembers it for the compliment that it is. Her hand at his shoulder and her weight against his chest is staggering, and he hesitates for a moment before reciprocating the action with reverence, with a hand against her shoulderblades. ]
...Victory for my Master.
[ He says, an edge of a laugh creeping into his voice, as he closes his eyes and rests his chin against the side of Ai's head. ]
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...Victory for my Master.
[ He says, an edge of a laugh creeping into his voice, as he closes his eyes and rests his chin against the side of Ai's head. ]
My apologies for taking so long.