*The kid's reaction to his smile is enough to make his breathing hitch. He... he'd never understand how he could cause such a reaction. But he... Malba's grateful. He really is.* Smothered... doesn't sounds like a bad way to go to me. *he says, his voice soft, and his smile growing.* Doesn't sound bad at all. As long as you guys don't get tired of it, that is, heh.