I think he will be concerned for you whether you want him to or not. He practically told me as much.

[ Well, the wording was certainly different, but Lestat doesn't need to explain the intricacies of that to Louis. He's sure he already knows. They had years together, after all, didn't they?

Lestat runs his thumb over the line of Louis' knuckle and then tugs very softly on his hand. ]

Will you lie up here with me? There should be enough room if you hold onto me.