Thank you, he thought in relief, but felt that it was best left unspoken. Kazuki held his hand back, and leaned in a little to nuzzle him reassuringly. He searched hard for a smile, and managed an equally small one in return.

When he finished, he tugged on Tir's hand as a signal for them to go. He had to get him inside and warmed up... And check on the situation with Sakura-chan.