[ He stands as she does, still holding her hand until they're both solid on their feet. Even if she doesn't confirm it verbally, he can see he's guessed right. ]

I saw him earlier, at the Center. He looks well. [ Nothing in his voice shakes or catches as he says such a thing so easily. Thank the gods. He even manages a very faint smile. ]

He worried about my health, too. [ Again, he thinks they're both overreacting, but there's no point in arguing. ] I would be honored if you'd walk with me.

[ But he does have to let her hands go, now. And pick up the mask. ]

But, Euphy... just for now, if you could call me "Zero" in public. Please?