[ Thoughtful was all right, very much all right, so long as the hug was allowed to bring some comfort, and Neil relaxed a little, himself. ]
We humans are crazy. We are trying to get better, but... sometimes it shows.
[ A hum of his own. ]
Sometimes, though, people get hurt badly and call for help. And, sometimes, people get hurt close, but trying to seek for a breakthrough at the time seems... the last thing to think of. [ He kissed the top of Tieria's head. Lingering. ] There is a way, Tieria. And you belong with those who rely on you.
But I will definitely enjoy each day that you are by my side.