[ah - he goes with the motion easily enough, his other arm easily looping around hizamaru's waist as he tilts his head at them, gaze fond and thoughtful]

I wasn't offended... I like hearing what you think.

[and he'll lean forward to press his lips to hizamaru's forehead before relaxing back against the mattress]

There are times where this body is in pain even though there is no injury or damage... and I can't say I'm very fond of those moments.

[his uninjured hand will come up to trace the curve of hizamaru's face]

But they are worth it, to be able to see with my own eyes - to touch with my own hands.

[ - with the person who he wants to be beside]