( Basil isn't sure how Kel can say those words so calmly. Is it truly because he knew that it wasn't real? But, he knows this world. Everything about can certainly seem and feel real enough.

He presses a kiss to Kel's lips - chaste and hopefully reassuring, his fingers gently brushing against one of the hands at his cheek. )

... S-Still, I know how real things can be here. It can be hard to remember that things are different. I'm... just glad that you got through it okay.

( He takes in a breath. )

... Sunny and I spent a lot of time together. B-Back when... I thought Mari was still alive.