[Joshua eventually pulls away from the hug, but he keeps his hands firmly on Yato's shoulders. Still grinning wide, he shakes his head. When he speaks again, the emotion is palpable in his voice. Look carefully, and Yato might see he's a little misty-eyed.]
Further apology was unnecessary--but 'tis appreciated, and I daresay your gift is made all the lovelier for it.
[Oh, wait, with that wish, Joshua needs to take one of his hands back to dab at an eye. He'll turn his head for just a moment to save himself some dignity.]
I suppose I'll have to follow your example and see your wish through.
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[Joshua eventually pulls away from the hug, but he keeps his hands firmly on Yato's shoulders. Still grinning wide, he shakes his head. When he speaks again, the emotion is palpable in his voice. Look carefully, and Yato might see he's a little misty-eyed.]
Further apology was unnecessary--but 'tis appreciated, and I daresay your gift is made all the lovelier for it.
[Oh, wait, with that wish, Joshua needs to take one of his hands back to dab at an eye. He'll turn his head for just a moment to save himself some dignity.]
I suppose I'll have to follow your example and see your wish through.