Friends are the only thing that got me through here. I...

[Regis pauses a moment, watching as Gladio finally uses the potion. He then takes a deep breath and continues.]

Back home I didn't handle losing Aulea as well as I should have. Friends and time allowed me to do here what I couldn't at home.

[He could continue, but he doesn't want to pile his sadness on top of Gladio's. Not when he has moved down the healing path so much farther.]

It's important not to be alone with your own mind right now. Please know you are welcome at the house or the shop whenever you want.

[A small smile crosses his face.]

There is less Pokemon fur at the shop, but also less company, at least until I come in for the day.