[ Maruki's caught mid-sip. He stares over the rim of the mug, warm brown eyes unblinking for a very long moment, before he lowers it with a smile. ]

I came to you tonight because I was scared to be alone. I'd say that was doing something for myself. Maybe it was a little too selfish, honestly, but it worked out...

[ And that's it.

He doesn't understand the question.

: ) ]