[ More sighs in relief at that reassurance. ]

I'm glad... I want you to live a fulfilled life, far beyond what purpose you can serve to others. I feel nothing but warmth for the care you've shown me, but I do not want to come it at the cost of your own safety and joy.

[ Somehow it's just a lot easier to talk when he's speaking against Turo's shoulder rather than looking him in the eyes. ]