[ when he looks them over, they slightly look off to the side. as if they're quite aware they've become a bit of an open book to him by this point. it isn't a bad thing but. there's something guilting about being forward about what they want. ]

...I'll try not to be next time. [ they meet his gaze straight on after they say that. just to ensure they mean it. a hidden promise in their words. they've never really taken offense to his suggestions honestly. so, yeah, they'll reflect on it. ] That goes the same for you too, Jonas.

[ yeah. yeah. as much as they appreciate him looking out for them, they want him to consider the same for himself. ]

Then that's what we'll do. [ a glance a little past him... ] Back to your tree? Or is down here fine?