"Hey yourself," Faelan answered in startled response, grinning despite himself at the force of Neville's embrace, which tipped his chair onto two legs. The man held him with such palpable relief that Faelan couldn't help but wrap his arms around him in return, his laughter fading when Neville didn't let go.
"I'm okay, mate," he assured his boss, feeling a wave of affection for the man that went far deeper than employee. "Still in one piece with all parts attached." And glad to see you.