I guess. [ Her mouth twitches upwards into a tiny smile. ] I think if anyone deserved a chance to scold you after all the trouble you caused, it'd be her.

[ She's still lazily and gently coming her fingers though his stole, a soothing, repetitive motion. ]

Maybe I shouldn't say this while you're getting kicked around... [ artoria really is uh kind of beating his ass right now. ] But I'm glad it worked out like this.

[ Almost cautiously, she peeks up at him. ]

If you'd gotten your way... neither of us would be here. Right? I wouldn't have gotten a chance to meet you, let alone be your Master.