Alexei smiled as Melinda teased him, however, she still held his hand tightly. The lad felt something warm surging through his hands, and arms. It was a simple act, holding hands, but for some reason, it was more than that for Alexei. Did he grow mellow as the years went by? Of course not... He merely accepted that he was human as well. He needed these touches; the human interaction and touch. Alexei tightened his hand around hers as he knew that Melinda really calmed him down. Alexei turned to Teleporto; his voice in a calm tone.

"You comin', Heath? We can buy you some better equipment. Swords can't only be your weapon. I got a good friend near the market that sells good equipment." Alexei offered to Heath; trying to build a good relationship with the guy. "In fact, we can upgrade everyone here... of course, except Enki... I think he's more powerful than us." Alexei chuckled as he looked at Melinda.

"And as for you, after we're done with the shopping... I've got something to talk about." Alexei grinned as he lightly pecked her forehead. Alexei turned to the others; his smile beaming.

"Shall we go?"