There, there. It was fine if they were still a wreck in the bed. This was a safe zone for all these overflowing feelings. Kai hoped he could convey as much with the warm grasp of Shinji's hand and the soft look he was getting. He was doing great. They were all doing great.

His other hand found its place there at Kyoko's shoulder as he got up, giving her a gentle squeeze as well. That tender look fell on her too. Thank you for joining in on all this comfort and care for the boy. They could continue to heap that upon him over here on this bed that was bound to be the comfiest bed ever with all the fatigue weighing down their limbs.