[there's just a tilt of his head, gently confused because - ]

Would it truly be such a bad thing if you were to get used to it?

[he can't imagine why it would be. isn't it nice to receive kind words? to be able to get attention from people? he rather enjoys it as a treasure, and doesn't mind giving it out in equal measure.]

Maybe I am not remembering correctly... but I think I remember saying that I am in your care.

And if you are not opposed - you can be in mine.