[ it takes a lot for lucifer to keep it together for that conversation. but he is capable of it, and managed it, even if his kneejerk instinct is still to be... well.

one of his faults is pride, after all, and it's hard to let go of a 'father knows best' mentality, which is really ironic, all things considered. so it's good to take the step.

it's good to hear charlie say she trusts him, even if it has to be about something like this.

he squeezes her hand and offers her a little smile. ]

You've grown more than I ever realized before all of this. I need to remember that you're not the little girl I held in my arms anymore. You deserve to have me listen to you.

[ whew, this is too much. he's not sure how much more genuine emotion he can take right now, and charlie needs some levity he's pretty sure.

so: ]

But hey, let's focus on the current issues for now. Obviously this place is a pale imitation of the real thing, but do you wanna see if I can show you some of the coolest parts I remember? If they're here, of course!