[ he's already on his way out of the elevator, more than happy to get some fresh air after being stuck inside a confined space after what feels like the most uncomfortable ten to fifteen minutes of his life? that's almost like, an hour in dog minutes! or something. already starting to pull his hair back into a small ponytail, he's about to look for some place where he can get a drink. maybe a snack. he's not really hungry or thirsty, but he's gotta do something to pass the time while looking and/or waiting for.

for.

oh. there he is. ]

Hey! [ he sounds excited to see him? so excited that he's pulling him right back into the--- ]

No, no, no! Wait a second! Don't...!

[ ... ]

... I woke up here. [ that's his answer. ] Don't tell me you've been going around causing trouble.

[ a gentle chide, but said with a tiny grin. here's hoping he doesn't get a tongue lashing. ]