[Tilts head in amusement.] I'm more concerned that you're having visions of me. Give it a try anyway.

[Brows raise and scrunch at the same time, an undercurrent of a smile playing at his lips.] What do you take me for? [Ellie is happily enjoying her savory breakfast of bacon, eggs, and sliced fruit on the side.]

WHAT FOR??

[A laugh spills out of him and he's quick to catch her in his arms, giving the biggest squeeze for his longing heart.] Mhmn.. and you're still tall. [Presses a tender kiss on her shoulder.] I missed you.

[Rests his hands easily on her waist, leaning into the warmth with his eyes shut.] I'm glad to hear that. [As if he knows anything else than being a safe space for her and their daughter.] I hope that never changes.

[Jojen rubs at his very naked jaw before playfully swiping at Cam's fully grown beard.] Shut up. [Then they're interrupted with a bright greeting.] Hi, Uncle Cam! [Ellie says, munching on a piece of bacon.] Wanna eat?

[He's smiling now, wide and genuine that his cheeks actually hurt.] God, that's been forever. /Years/ ago. [Lifetimes even.] Wanna do it again? We might have to make it a little bigger this time.

🙄 [Pinches his side.]

You're very kind. [He says dryly, popping a berry in his mouth while Ellie protests at the hair ruffle and fixes her ginger locks.] Uncle Cam! [Jojen hums in nonchalance.] Yeah, don't touch the princess.

[His smile turns sheepish, like always whenever he remembers their journey, but he takes in a slow breath and nods.] I wanna say it's worth it but... I could've made it easier on you. [Jojen hums, dark green eyes meeting Tully blue.] Let me make it up to you now with a fort?

I've long given up trying to look tough. [But still trying on his new moustache.]

I don't object bUT I need to walk you down the aisle and not just the grocery one.

........ I see. Alright then, grocery trip?

[Oh.]