[When you don't receive much in the way of gifts before. Any little thing, dumb or otherwise, from his friends is fully appreciated. And it did indeed get rid off the sad memories in his mind, so he's thankful for that. Thankful for Monika being here.]

And I will continue to do when I think you deserve to hear them. I look forward to seeing your poetry later, Monika.

[An amused huff vents out of him (the closest anyone ever gets a "laugh" out of him) looking at her dipping under the water.

Aw, look at her. So shy and embarrassed because she can't handle his simple compliments. Guess he found out what her weakness is... Sincere compliments. Well, okay he'll stop embarrassing her for now.]

You are welcome... And yes, I am done.

[Don't worry, he'll be back to his grumpy self, if that is what she preferred. He removes his arms around her and... Pats her head one more time. Okay, now he's actually done.]

I will be here for a while longer. Go ahead and get your hair done. We'll meet at the front of the bath house?