[Darin takes a step back, filling the doorway leading out to the balcony. He sets his cane in front of him so he can lean on it with both hands overlaid across each other on the top.]

[As he speaks, his voice softens considerably but still retains its warmth and pride.]

...I'm really glad you think so. I'm...sorry it took so long. This month hasn't exactly been very kind to me...but it gave me plenty of time to do research, planning, and designing.

Listen...I know that, as long as you've been here, you've had a serious problem adjusting to...all of this. If I'd known you had so much trouble meditating, I would have done something sooner but...

I wanted to give you a place of your own. Your own sanctuary.

You're probably thinking that this is too much but...well, I wanted you to start feeling like this place is home, however temporary.

I wanted you to feel like you could feel at home. With your friends. With me, Allura, Fuu, and Hikaru...

And...I know we don't always see eye to eye but...

I hope this shows that you can always come to me with a problem. That I'll always be there to help you if you need it...