[ ... oh, Dion. The words make Joshua's heart warm so much that it bleeds into his smile, and he finds that he would much rather have his hands full of Dion's than cupping his tea. But it's an urge he must resist for now, because the tea must be drank. Doing so will help him to keep things slow. ]

Dion, I am already so proud of you.

[ He looks down into the surface of his drink, smiling at the reflection of his face warping with the subtle movements of his hands. ]

What happened to you at Twinside... I know it could not have been easy on you. You could have easily crumbled or turned to cowardice. And yet, you have instead used it to strengthen yourself, to do what must be done to ensure it does not happen again. That in itself is enough to instill a sense of pride. Let alone the kindness you have shown others, have shown us.