"Working there, right by my door, on the uncomfortable floor instead of at the table or desk?" Glacius tilts his head, then shakes it. "No, I do not believe it was just that. You were looking out for me."

Normally the ice alien might not call his partner out like that, but it's important that Carlisle knows that the alien isn't oblivious to what he's been going through—and moreover that the clergyman knows that it is appreciated. The otherworldly being butts his forehead briefly and gently against the human's, then pulls back to consider his offers.

"Both would help, but... later. Unless you don't mind sitting by the bath with me while I soak. I'm feeling stable enough right now, though, even if not completely recovered... so I think we should try and get you comfortable, if you've been sitting like that all night. You've been looking after me for so long... is there anything you need, my partner?"