[ Ah... yeah. Physical contact is very welcome. It's been far too long, even with him being an absolute well of patience. He lifts his eyebrows with a soft sigh. ]

... That is true, yes. [ an expression of seriously at the next sentence ] I don't miss those days.

[ But, hm... Kadin has him giving a nod of consideration. ]

Kadin, hm? I like it. [ but wow... giving that Look all over again; go ahead and try, Khnum ] Ability to kick isn't what I meant.

[ Such gentle sass . . . though it vanishes completely with the next parts. His expression softens a lot, in fact, as Khnum rolls over and looks at him that way. And says those words. Within milliseconds, his entire face darkens, redness seemingly following the gentle touch with how quickly it spreads. ]

You are absolutely what they call a bully... [ whispered softly, even as he very lightly turns his face towards that hand ] And in line for learning why you shouldn't underestimate Father Time.

[ Fluster doesn't mean he can't sass. ]