Haha... no, I've had my time for that. I'd lose what little trust our Sage has in me if I did that again.

I'll talk to them.

[He definitely has more color and looks considererably stronger. Healthier, yes, but he doesn't look comfortable, similarly to how he'd been the last time they all took a trip to the beach.

Still, the distracting scent seems to help his tension, turning over the piece of jewelry in his hands.]

Mm. It's a protective charm for someone. I was frustrated working on it cooped up in my room, so I though some fresh air would clear my mind.