The corner of his mouth forms a slight smile at that. He can’t say he entirely feels the same way. (Sometimes Dimitri cares too much about people who do not deserve it). But people who are good to Dimitri instantly make Dedue a bit more willing to trust them.

At the question, he flinches a bit and looks down. “Yes. He was... harmed greatly in the attack.” Dedue tries to block the vivid memory that instantly flashes into his head, but it’s already too late. “He is healed now. But he is still somewhat on edge.”