...It did.

[ Blade thought he might even feel embarrassed about it. But, he doesn't. It's a lie to say he feels fully settled; though now he feels...different. He can't put a word on it. Just, not terrible, maybe? ]

I will not forget what you have done.

I know that I also can't...occupy your time forever like this. I imagine you have other places to be.

[ He pulls back even further, looking at her. ]