[ She strokes his fur while he lets it out. It sounds like a lot of very old arguments got suddenly revived. ]

It sounds like he's picking out the most tender spots and attacking those. Your making new friends, sealing the Demon Bull King, all that. I know how I'd react if someone started poking the equivalent spots on me. [ It's enough to make her feel protective, which might be evident in her tone. ]

And... he was the last person you really were open with, yes? I know how hard you worked to be able to open yourself up again. So I can see why this is bringing up a lot.

[ A gentle squeeze ]