[ Gunmax laughs and throws his arm around Deckerd, pulling him in close. He tucks his head underneath Deckerd's chin and nestles in, relaxing. The faint whine of his systems fades almost instantly, soothed by Deckerd's presence and closeness. He sighs and lets himself go limp. ]

Thank you. For coming back, and for staying with me.

[ He murmurs it, the words half buried in Deckerd's neck. ]

I love you.