'Twas once that I could scarce to dream beyond my role as a knight. To know that I could fight and protect others, the truly helpless -- that was my drive for so long.

However, the Warrior of Light, they have brought us so much potential and hope. That I could even dream for anything else is blessing!

[He presses his cheek lightly to Aymeric's forehead.]

I think that, perhaps, I would like to be at your side through it all. To help usher Ishgard to where it could be. For all of your strength, I dare not think you ought to do it alone!