[ Honoured.... Ace carefully considers her choice of words, not entirely sure what to make of his own contribution to the way she supposedly feels, or is it a figure of speech? Unable to find a fitting parallel in his memories, he decides to trust in the authenticity of her kindness and accept that as it is. The boy smiles to himself. ]

I'm glad we can stand as allies. [ The response is simple, but honest, and doesn't risk using terms she might perhaps not agree with.

Yes, that sounds okay. ]

I never asked, but I suppose you're planning to assist in the preparations upon the arrival?