[ Tear wasn't even going to try to deny the observation. The topic of that night's discussion aside, she had been caught completely off-guard by the sudden responsibility she had found quite literally placed into her hands, one she understood the gravity of immediately. As much as she may coddle Sein he was still a very capable moogle, and a flower garden couldn't compare on such a scale. Even now, she would doubt would try to intrude in her thoughts.

Except the bird seemed relatively healthy and happy, if the way she went back to nuzzling into her was any indication as a fond smile made its way to the girl's lips. ]

Like I said, it's my first time taking care of someone this dependent on my efforts. I want to give her my best.

[ Looking up at him, she raised one eyebrow at the expression adorning his features. What was with that look? ]

Maybe I could afford that, if it's only five minutes. [ She wouldn't fall asleep again that quickly, right?]