I wouldn't have survived as long as I have without that stubbornness.

[ He notes this as though it's a joke, but it really is sad if you thought about it... ]

I wouldn't say you're not important. You both have been integral in some parts of this whole thing... There's a lot of information that you both have given us about what's been happening, and that's not something to overlook. It's true that someone's after us, and I'm looking into that as well... but that doesn't mean I can't also help you does it? I don't have to choose one or the other.

[ He smiles at Dimitri, his cat ears flicking ]

Besides, I don't want to see you that upset again. I'm not strong. I can't protect you, but I can at least try to prevent situations that would upset you.

[ He eats a bit more of the parfait once he finishes speaking. He believes that Dimitri isn't worried about the situation, but he doesn't believe for a second that he likes it. Not after what happened in the mirror maze. Not when he all but admitted to feeling trapped because of his brother's curse. ]