[That honestly would have been a-okay with him, even as a grown man. The nostalgia would have been something like a gift from heaven, much as this right here was. He turns away and tries to compose himself, though there's a bright, happy smile on his face. She's here, Professor Nebilim is really here...]
F-Forgive me, P-Professor. [He wipes his face and turns a quiet sob into a clipped laugh.] I-I...I'm so glad to see you again! It's...It's been years. Are you well?
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F-Forgive me, P-Professor. [He wipes his face and turns a quiet sob into a clipped laugh.] I-I...I'm so glad to see you again! It's...It's been years. Are you well?