"Because I'm relieved, and happy--no, happy doesn't cover how I feel right now!" Artemis blinked through his few tears and smiled down at Haku. "You've made me happier than I could ever hope to be in this place, Haku. I can spare a few tears to rejoice this fact."

He held Haku's hand and gently stroked his friend's injured wrist with his cheek. "I have nothing to offer besides my own feelings and companionship, thought I wish I could offer more. These marks, for instance, I would erase in a heartbeat were I able."