"It's a comfort to hear that. I admit... I felt quite lost as archbishop. The lions... you were my family. What I had after I lost Jeralt. It's funny how much you all often said you relied on me, but in truth, I felt that it was quite the opposite."

Not that Byleth ever voiced such things, or really expressed much at all in that way. Now it comes much easier, just as being affectionate does. He's come to love the feeling of being close to people. Dedue's warmth is nothing short of perfection. Unlike the rest of the residents from Fodlan, Byleth is absolutely not shy about expressing his appreciation.

"Dedue, I really adore you. I couldn't have asked for a better day, or a better gift."