He smiles softly and lifts his hand as if to touch the hand on his cheek, his eyes closing briefly.

"As I am delighted to be well, and delighted to see you are still holding on."

There is, of course, the part of him that wishes to offer more of the Soul Jam, but no. He cannot do that to himself, Shadow Milk, or his partners. And they are all working towards making them stronger.

"Forgive my bluntness, my Lady, but may I request a boon of you?"