[ If it were up to Marui, Leia would never leave, because the truth is it's been good for him, too. This is his first experience living alone, and after two months of it he's come to realize it is unequivocally not for him. And that means among the must-haves of wherever he goes next is room for two. This little clubhouse has served well enough for a place to sleep and store his things, but with the cold moving in and his loneliness from living alone now thrown into sharp relief, it's time for an upgrade. Once he and Leia are both settled in their new homes, he's going to find himself a roommate.

He'd love if she could stay, but she's right there's a lot for her to do. Him, too, if he's honest. He's got some house-hunting of his own to take care of-- it's a race, after all. He smiles. ]

Yeah... me too. It's too quiet and boring when you're not around. Well, have fun. And don't forget this--

[ He picks up the rose from the table and holds it out in offering. ]

Consider it an early housewarming present. For your new beginning.