Sun Mote Copse what you gon' do

Eljay tensely waited for Niamh's response. He was not so sure she would take his words well, since it was a bit of a critique in some way. He didn't want to tell Niamh off; he just thought that it would work better if Fennec and Niamh both tried to get closer to each other, and considering her hurt feelings, Fennec wasn't going to be the one to take the step. When finally her answer came -- a faint smile and an unexpected compliment -- Eljay smiled, knowing that his words had hit home. Eljay felt a little mixed about the compliment, knowing that he'd failed a lot in raising his children because of the circumstances. He knew he could've done a lot better with a loving partner by his side; with Wiffle by his side. He'd tried his best, and though he felt that he had failed in many ways, he couldn't deny that it felt good that Niamh said he was good at it.

Despite the lack of answer, it was clear to see that Eljay appreciated her subtle response. He just hoped that it'd help her and Fennec along, too. Eljay nodded when Niamh said she'd see about finding a treat for the kids. Alright, see you later, Niamh. Eljay was still a little bit tense, but he also felt good about sticking up for himself and saying what he wanted to say, and relieved that it was over now. He glanced at the deadish garden and thought of spring. He hoped Weejay'd help him replenish the garden, then... If they were still around at the time. Thanks, Eljay said with a soft smile. He nodded at Niamh as she said catch you around and smiled at her one last time as she turned away and went on her way. Then he turned back to the garden with a relieved heavy sigh, feeling proud and relieved and all sorts of things at once.