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There's no need for Saiden to say please, and Ronin shoots him a warm and reassuring smile. "Of course," he says. "I'll make sure to drop you a line regularly enough. Especially if we see any cool ships or oceans or rivers." He winks. "In the meantime, I hope you manage to get that eye sorted. Maybe the next time we see each other, you'll have them both back where they belong." His eyes, he means. Still, the punch to the arm and the shocked amusement that rolls off the sailor is welcome, and Saiden's laughter is contagious, Ronin finding himself chuckling along as well. "Oi!" He punches the Hali back playfully. "Listen," he says, having absolutely no excuse but having to attempt it nonetheless. "I'm just... fertile, is all! I always wanted a big family." RONIN Darkness is a funny thing. It creeps up on you.