[ At that, he looks a little more thoughtful. It never occurred to him that someone like her — or at least, what little he knows of her — could ever have that sentiment in common with someone like him. ]

I guess we could all use a little slice of a new life, even if it's just for a little while.

[ An amused huff escapes him with her response and he looks away for a moment long enough to shrug. ]

That's a new feeling. Nobody's actually wanted me around in what feels like a really long time. So...you know, thank you for that.

[ He gives her a little smile and then nods up ahead. ]

The archives.