Ah. [So there was a girl. Amal smiles a knowing smile, but he doesn't tease beyond that. He's glad that at least in that horrible other world, Nox was able to find some happiness.] An orphanage. That's a worthy thing... I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought about it myself, but I'm too young to retire just yet, [he says with a wink.] Still, I'm glad you were able to carve out a place for yourself and live the way you want. Freedom is... it's the most important thing for us to grow and learn.

[Of course Nox would choose to protect people all over again. Amal would, too.]

Nero, huh...

[He tilts his head, as if rolling the name around in his mouth. Then he wrinkles his nose.]

I'll keep calling you Nox, if you don't mind. You're more than just Nero—you're the guy who grew up here, too. You're a guard, a man who started an orphanage, a damn good fighter, and also a badass teacher on top of all that!

[A beat.]

Also, the Nero I know is kind of... [He grimaces.] Obnoxious. To put it simply.