Thankfully, no. They're more concerned with keeping me in good spirits; especially the younger ones.

[ the thought makes him smile. aron and beldum don't battle much, which means that their energy is more focused on keeping him company when he doesn't want to open up to his human friends. he appreciates it more than they know. ]

Still, I can't help but worry if I'm putting too much pressure on them. [ he pauses, but he doesn't want to dwell for too long-- ] And how is Pess?