[ He's so uncertain and quiet, and Chougi wouldn't have him any other way. Well, the quiet part, anyway. He's hoping some time in this citadel will help Hakusan stop second-guessing his ability to fit in. He's still a sword, after all. Still "one of them." ]

I think so. I think it's gotta be. Here, look.

[ Chougi sits up straight and takes as deep a breath as he can and lets it out slowly again. And he only coughs a little bit at the end. Probably strained his still recovering lungs a little bit with that. Oops. ]

I can breathe, Hime. Thanks to you.

[ And since Hakusan isn't currently hiding behind his sleeves, Chougi's going to take advantage of that and kiss his other cheek. Just because he can. ]

You worked so hard to heal me. And you did.