[ He's going to have to get used to that. Being called by his first name as a sign of friendship. It feels weird, because he's only used to it being used by Aventurine in especially intimate moments, or by colleagues and others who are purposefully disrespecting him. Though he told Ereshkigal he had no preference, he does—but this is a different situation. Perhaps later, he may tell Ereshkigal to change her form of address if it bothers him, but he sees no harm exploring new territory with her.

Her wish sounds like the words of a dying woman. But it's worse, isn't it? Because she isn't dying, returning to nothingness with no brain to think of the future. No, she's going back to her isolated home, where the only thing she'll have are memories that can only be replayed in her mind until they warp and become meaningless in the end.

That's too—he doesn't want to pity her for that. Her perseverance is worthy of respect, but... at the same time, it's not just respect she wants. ]

I... cannot guarantee that I will be able to generate beautiful memories for you, but I will try to the best of my ability. If there is anything you desire that I could assist you with, do not be afraid to let me know.