( sylvain's hand will catch on some deep scars along his back, something that makes aspen tense up - but he does relax as the knot begins to lessen and he can move his head again. )

Well, thankfully the bedroom isn't a battlef... hm.

( he has enough self-awareness that he knows he should not say that aloud. he'll try that again. )

I'll just have to hold you to a morning of cuddling sometime when you aren't expected to jump to your feet upon command. It's only fair.

( he's joking...? (maybe?) obviously. unless... )

Thank you. Though I'm sorry - I wasn't entirely aware of my surroundings.