With a shrug and a smirk, Taerys shuffled closer to Varus. "Better than losing my mind." She stated frankly, chuckling a little. She remained silent for a moment, thinking. "I've been doing this for years, but this'll be the first time since I left home where I'll have done it whilst being with someone who's concerned for me." The Varyx spoke softly, smiling. She hadn't realised but her free hand had found its way on top of Varus' hand, her fingers locking with his. When she did realise, she made no effort to move away, but instead squeezed tighter. She wanted to reassure him. She just wanted...Ah what the heck, why not.

In one brief moment Taerys was taken over by feeling she couldn't even begin to describe. She quickly darted up and kissed Varus on the lips, giddy with happiness. Even that one second was enough to leave herself nearly completely overwhelmed. "This...this means a lot to me, okay?" She looked away, embarrassed with herself. She'd just...kissed him? "I'm sorry..."