For a given value of "good," as he's said himself. [ he straight up told her he wasn't a good person!!

Azura wipes at her eyes with her sleeve, and--oh. She didn't fully cry this time, just teared up a bit. Victory. ]

I suppose I could have said all of that in fewer words, goodness. I'm sorry, ah...rambling on and telling you about my childhood, how embarrassing.

[ sniffling a little. ]

You truly do have a brilliant smile. [ like, entirely aesthetically. this doofus gets happy and his entire face lights up. ] I'm glad I can still see it, because...I do want you to be happy, no matter what path you take. That hasn't changed. Just, er--if you'll have me, I'd like to keep standing by you. As your friend.

[ if that's not too awkward

clean slate, John? ]