“ tsuru! i am beyond glad to have found you, my friend. ”
being called into unfamiliar lands was becoming a frequent ( and most unwelcome ) occurrence, it seemed. such a realization was highly concerning ( especially when the fragile balance between worlds was to be considered ). and yet, the sight of the hero of eorzea lifted a weight from the young elezen’s shoulders and he allowed a smile to grace his features, genuine and warm - though it quickly fell, concerned and somewhat embarassed. “ oh, but do not misunderstand! it isn’t as if i’m glad you were brought to such a place. not at all! it’s just - well, it is somewhat comforting to know i’m not alone. that’s all. ” especially when he was lacking in the ability to use most of his magicks, when he was without his carbuncle to offer some semblance of protection.
it was an undeniable truth, one that frustrated him to no end. still, those anxieties faded some in the presence of one who was hailed by many as the slayer of gods - though, to him, she was a cherished friend, reliable even in the most pressing of situations. he thanked the gods that their separation this time had not been too long, lest his fears have grown monumental in her absence. what trouble was a few days when compared to a year of waiting in the first? “ you are well though, aren’t you? it is a most troubling situation we find ourselves in, that much is for certain, but i’m also positive we will figure out a solution in time. we’ve faced worst, at least. ”