[Lup's getting a pillow to the face for that laughter, even if it's exactly what he was hoping for and expecting. This is surreal, alright, but it's because it feels so normal, Lup teasing him, the sound of her laugh, the fact that she's just here. It wasn't something he ever thought he'd get back.]

Her name's Ellie and she's rad as hell. She's like, sixteen? [He flops back on the bed, looking over at Lup, his expression softening a little.] I didn't wanna move outta the communal housing and get some place alone, and Ellie seemed like a good choice, she's quiet and doesn't get into too much shit. So... here we are.

[He's very fond of her.]