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I don't like hearing it, no, but I think I can understand it.

[Not to the same extent, obviously, but it's something he's thought about and he does get that.]

I'm really glad you have learned to live with it. You've come such a long way, Albert. I'm really proud of you.

[...Oh...]

Dying wouldn't solve anything. It would do nothing to bring back all of those I've killed, or make amends to those I've wronged; it would ultimately be pointless, and furthermore it would hurt you for what amounts to no reason.

I still don't know what I should do to try to resolve any of it. Sometimes I still feel as though something should be done. But I do think that working toward restoring the world in some way might be an acceptable start.

I know, and I'm very happy you think the same.

[The second part gets him to nod.]

Yes, I think that's a good goal to pursue. If you feel like there's something else you can or should do afterwards, then you can do that as well. I do think you're right in that you can't - shouldn't, perhaps - just ignore it, and I'm pleased you want to try to work towards this.

You're doing so well now, Albert. It's such a relief to see!

...I know it was hard on you for a long time.

[It's not quite an apology, he's still not good with those; however, the sentiment is there.]

[Don't worry, he knows.]

It was, yes. There were times when it didn't feel all that difficult, but looking back on it now... Well, I'm very happy that things are better.

I'm not angry or upset with you for it, so please don't ever worry about that. I'm happy I was able to be there for you, and I'd do it all again in a heartbeat.

I would prefer not to scare you like that again; I know you spent a fair amount of time concerned for my safety, or afraid that something would take me from you.

I promise you, nothing will. I'll always come back to you, regardless of what happens.

Yes, it was... difficult. I really did worry so much back then. I've never been very good at handling that sort of thing...

But I really do believe you when you say that. No matter what happens, I'll always wait for you, because I know you'll find a way back to me. So don't worry, you can always count on me to be here for you.

It's good to hear it.

[...]

I do appreciate you being here this weekend, you know.

[Given that it's getting closer to the end of the month, which is a little. yeah.]

Of course.

[He reaches out then, resting a hand against the side of Wesker's face.]

I do enjoy spending time with you, after all, and I want to be here for you.

...It's been a pretty crazy year, ja?

[He pauses at that, but eventually he'll lean into it a bit.]

It has, yes.

I never would have imagined this is where we'd be! This time last year was... really terrible, and I wasn't sure how we were going to make it through. But you're the toughest person I've ever met, and I suppose at least a little of that must have rubbed off on me. I'm so happy we're here now.

[...]

But I know it can be tough, since it's been a year since... Well, since things kind of went straight to hell for us. If there's ever anything you need, you can always ask me.

...I would say I'll tell you how much I love you whenever you need to hear it, but I say that more than enough already...

You're stronger than you think you are, you know; it isn't anything I've done one way or another.

[Just saying.]

It sounds a little egotistical to say it, but I'm definitely stronger than I thought I was. I'm still not entirely sure I'm as strong as you say I am, but I've made it this far!

The only reason I remain steadfast is because I have to. You actually want to, and I believe that's the difference in the end.

I don't think it's just because you have to, you know. And even if it is, it still takes an incredible amount of strength to face the things you've been through and still come out of them looking to do what you can to help. I'm very proud of you for everything you've done, Albert, and I always will be.

It's nothing to be proud of, I'm fairly sure.

[He...understands, to some extent, what Jaeger is trying to say; it's still just something he has difficulty accepting.]

Even if it isn't, I'm proud anyway.

[...]

Oh dear, and here I was trying not to embarrass you too much today...

[He'll just leave it at that, okay.]

[...Ah...]

...I do appreciate it, either way.

You should, it's one of the many things I love about you!

...Is that so.

[this is usually what you say before you get started

are you going to get started because he has learned there is no stopping it if you're determined]

...You're supposed to try to stop me if you don't want me to embarrass you!

I've learned by now that that sort of thing tends to fail at the "trying" stage.

See, one of the many things I adore; you know me so well that you'll let me horribly embarrass you whenever I want! I couldn't ask for a better husband~!

...It's not quite as embarrassing when we aren't out in public. So perhaps I don't mind it now.

Well, since you insist...

You're intelligent and thoughtful and you always have interesting perspectives on things! It's wonderful to talk to you about anything, and you've always been so patient with me! Even when I'd try to avoid talking about things, you wouldn't let me, but you would try to let me have time to sort myself out first. You don't let me get away with anything, and it's thanks to that that I've been able to improve! I honestly don't know where I'd be without your constant support and attention! I know I would have a much more difficult time handling my memories and all of that!

But that's certainly not it! Aside from being smart and supportive you're also incredibly strong - both physically and otherwise! You say it's because you have to be, but even so I can't imagine most people would be able to handle everything you have been forced to deal with. You always do your best, and you still work to do what you can to help! You've always tried to be mindful of me and what I'm going through as well, no matter how much pain you were in. It means so much to me that you're able to open up more to me now too! And on the subject of physical strength, that is incredibly attractive...

Which brings us to your appearance! From the very moment I saw you I knew you were one of the most attractive men in this city and I'm still right about that! You have the most wonderful expressions too - like when you're so focused on something that nothing will take your attention away! It's so cute... And it's always wonderful to see you when you're happy, it means the world to me!

It's taken a long time for me to heal after what happened with my last girlfriend, but there isn't anyone in the world who could have done a better job helping me through that. Even if I didn't always want or appreciate the help... I certainly do now. I wouldn't be who I am today without you, and I rather like the change!

No matter what, I know you'll always be here for me, and that really does mean so much to me. I know I've never loved anyone this much, and I couldn't ask for a better husband!

[...he did not have a single sentence of that prepared in advance, but there you go, i guess???]

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