( lio would never admit that the sex wasn't good--- and he also didn't have much to compare it with. but he certainly will use it as a point of reference for as long as he lives here.

but he pauses when he's asked that question and lio thoughtfully hums as he reaches out to stroke one cat that passes by him and keeps moving. )

I like being with you. That's all.

( of course there's more, and after a quiet pause: )

You're a fighter, right? So am I. Maybe not for the same reasons, but you're still strong all the same. And I want to be that too.

( he shrinks and fits himself into the dragon's side, enjoying the warmth. )