[ Easily and without thought, Sorey slides a hand over Mikleo's and presses it to him briefly as a new wave of gratitude for his best friend's safety sweeps over him.

It takes a moment, but his expression rebounds remarkably as ever. ]

I'll bet! Hey, you've already inspired me and I just got back!

[ A grin, even. ]

Looks like I've got some work ahead of me, if I'm gonna catch up to you!