[ finally, kaveh's smile softens around its edges. he says: ]

If that is so, then I will gladly accept your help, Yuu. It would be my honour.

[ good. because good - because yuu ought never put his life on the line, not even that of an immortal one. in no universe would kaveh bear it; in no universe would kaveh try.

he looks out to the dance floor. ] Now, then. Shall we return to the party proper? I don't want to take you away from it for too long. There's plenty of fun left to be had. Shall I man your counter for a little bit while you go and find some of your friends?