For once, Mithos's reassurance actually did reassure him. And he was glad, too. It seemed like all Mithos really wanted - other than his sister - was to have him there beside him.

...It made him feel a little important. A small, genuine smile came to his face before he wiped his eyes on his arm one last time. Becoming an angel...wasn't really something he could say he wanted, but knowing how much it meant to Mithos, that meant a lot to him. He just needed to remind himself that it'd be okay in the end.

"Right. I'm ready. And I'm glad you're here with me, too." His hand squeezed Mithos's. "What is it like?"