[ When going outside, Hythlodaeus does mask up again, and nudges her gently to do so as well if she is too distracted for it. But he also keeps holding on to her - and unless she voices a preference, he'll just pick the food and the route to it, not making her have to worry about it. Out there, he knows she has to think about so many aspects of what she does or doesn't do. So she can have a bit of a break, now.

He also smiles softly. ]

I know he will be impressed. And, because he won't be shocked into the news, I believe he won't put his foot in his mouth. He cares for you, scathing words and missteps notwithstanding.

[ The sweetest smiles he has seen on Hades's face are always for her, and Hythlodaeus is glad to see it.

The rest, however, makes Hythlodaeus eyes squeeze tight behind his mask, while his smile wavers a little. ]

I am sorry to hear that. But while you will be dearly, dearly missed while you are away, if you are happier away from Amaurot, then that is one of the things to do which will keep you from feeling cooped up.

[ And she is ever, ever welcome to him, to his place, for however long she is willing to stay.

... he is also ordering double dessert for both all of them. Just in case. ]