"I see," Gil sighs again. "Can you clarify for me what you intend to do if you no longer work in the kitchen? I did understand that you were - please forgive me if this is tactless but I know no other term for it - Bound. Does the binding restrict your movements to just Milliways its self or have you any other options?"

He looks levelly at 'Po, his face white where it isn't red. "I really don't want to lose you and I want to help you in any way that I can. I value you, 'Po. I hope you know that."