Very intense, [ he agrees with a slightly overwhelmed sigh. ] And no, it.. certainly wasn't at the top of my list of things that needed doing.

[ he hesitates, then carefully tightens his hand with julian's again, tugging him once to urge him to walk with him. he eases into his side as they head down the sidewalk, and if julian lets him, he'll move them in the direction of the elevator to the up. ]

I really do want you to stay tonight, though. It.. would be nice not to be alone here. [ and it'll give them time to talk and decide things, maybe look for anyone else they know. it'll also give thistle an opportunity to put a spell or two together to help him keep an eye on the redhead. ]