[ 'Strange' is to be expected, really. The Outsider is a bit surprised by all of his, however; his eyes widen slightly and he blinks once, then shifts enough that he's closer to her level. ]

There is more to strength than what can be found in your arm, my dear. It is strength of personality that has drawn us together, not any ability you may or may not have with a blade.

[ It has been a long, long time since someone has actively confessed to him and expected him to answer; a long time since has been before someone saying such things. He has watched tears being shed, watching dreams in the grip of nightmares, seen doubt and grief pass over faces. This is... different. ]

Are you planning on joining the battle?