O Melhor pulled his muzzle away from Tallynne's mane, finishing his grooming. Although he usually continued grooming her back and neck, he was still eager to chat with her. He grinned at her joke, but she brought up the uncomfortable subject right away. O Melhor swung his head to study a group of palm trees as he answered. "I am well. Fall is almost over soon, perhaps I'll be given a break." O Melhor grinned before nuzzling her.

He had realized he somehow was able to stay clam and not be so awkward when he was near Tallynne. Yet when he was thinking about her in the Crossing, he found himself wandering around with a grin dancing on his face. He wondered why he was able to be cool around Tallynne, though not when he wasn't by her. It was something to ponder later, but O Melhor turned his attention back to Tallynne. "I hope the Paradise has been too lonely, with only the birds keeping to company." He shifted, hoping she wasn't angry at him. If anything, he would try and make up to her during the Winter. With a feeble smile he lowered his head a bit, waiting for her response.