Hug the good doctor for me, then? I'm sure he'll appreciate it.
I thought I lost you once. It... wasn't a pleasant feeling. Believe it or not, I actually rather enjoy your company.
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Hug the good doctor for me, then? I'm sure he'll appreciate it.[The image of Adrien being latched onto was amusing enough, and he had to pause in his typing while he waited for the chuckles to subside.]
I thought I lost you once. It... wasn't a pleasant feeling. Believe it or not, I actually rather enjoy your company.