[ He would argue it's less running away and more clearing of the mind. He smiles, letting the eye of his Staff close to just enjoy the other senses. The feeling of Vash against him, the sound of the world around them. And he can hear that little unevenness, his ears flicking gently.

And that gets a little rub of his horn against Vash's shoulder, a gentle touch. ]

Of course, my dear. You know where to find me, whenever you desire me.

[ That most certainly doesn't have any double meaning to it, nope, none what so ever. ]

Until then, may I make a request? Sit with me here, just a little while longer?