[She... wasn't expecting to hear that. Gold eyes widening as her expression turns into one of clear and visible surprise. Her brows then furrowing slightly - nobody has ever said anything like that to her before.]

I... [Lapis hesitates, trying to force her expression into something calm once more.] ... Thank you, Julius.

[Though she still can't shake the surprise, and what he says next causes her eyes to widen once more. Considering who she's aligned with now, it's a promise she's unsure she can keep - she knows she'll get hurt, that's unavoidable now.

So she hesitates her eyes glancing down for a moment, gently shifting to place a hand over his fist. Silent for a moment longer, before her eyes focus back on him.]

I can't promise that I won't get hurt, but I can at least promise I'll be safe beyond that. [Even if she has little value in herself, she has no plans to die anytime soon.

And while she knows she won't see him as much after this, it's still a sad thought. She greatly enjoyed spending time with him, ever since they met.]

I know. But I'll still text or call, to at least remind you to take care of yourself.