[Aether can see that exhaustion and he wishes he could do something to help. So he gives Otegine a reassuring smile and runs his hand up and down the other's arm in what he hopes is a comforting gesture.

He doesn't want to add to the other's worries.]

Of course. We can meet up whenever you like.

[He withdraws his hand.]

Thank you again, Otegine. You really helped me a lot. Just... try to get some rest, too, when you can, okay?