"Right? Just a hop, skip, and a jump." He forced a smile, still unsure how he felt about all this. After living together for six months, then being separated for two, Asbel had to admit he'd have felt more at ease if they were both under the same roof. But they were close, about as close as they could get, and surely if something happened and she called for him, he'd be able to hear it and rush to her side, right? Right?

Maybe...maybe he'd turn in a little late tonight. Just to make sure she was properly settled and everything. Who knew what sorts of characters had arrived recently. Some of them might even be dangerous! ...Hghhh...