[ Her grip loosens just a bit, if just so Fiore isn't just clinging to his waist like a fawning maiden, though the situation is still a strange one. ]

As promised, the homunculi were all given their freedom and a choice about their future-- many of them have left, understandably, but we have a few who wished to stay with us and help around the household.

Rider went on a journey-- er, Astolfo, that is. He said he was going to see the world for his Master's sake, but he's promised to come visit. If you're still-- that is--

[ ... She has no idea what Chiron's plans are, if he means to only visit and then return, but... ]

If you're still here, I'm sure he'd love to see you.