[It just feels immediately better, having this contact between them. Like the point where Taako's chin meets his thigh is a point that radiates warmth and comfort, and all that good, good stuff. He immediately puts his hand to work combing through Taako's hair.]

Lup wanted you to talk to me?

[That peaks his curiosity, but Taako is clearly struggling with something, so Kravitz leaves it at that- and what he hears next shoves any questions he might have to the back of his mind.]

Taako, I could not fathom ever being tired of you. Truthfully. [He huffs a quiet, awkward laugh, rushing to add-] You must remember how long I've been around. If there's one thing I've been forced to gain, it's patience.