[Hubert was recovering, but the severance of his bond was still fresh enough for the insinuation that he was taking advantage of it stung. Hubert's eyes flick over to the dragon, lingering briefly, before he relaxes and turns his attention to the others.]

[Nico's comments about Nero click into place with his brief interactions and the attempted amends. Brash, gruff, speaking thoughtlessly - he knew the type. ]

Drink it whenever you like. I've no need for it.

[Then, to Kyrie, his voice warming somewhat: ] No friend closer; I've known Her Majesty since before I can remember. She arrived through the mirrors at the same time I did well over a year ago, and we've been Bonded until her departure two months ago. It's the least of the legacies left in her wake.