Feeling Soldier slowly return the hold, even that little bit, loosed some of the tension still in Billy's shoulders, not that he was even really aware of what a relief it was.

He finally pulled back, a bit reluctant to draw away but aware he'd all ready made Soldier compromise on his personal space for far longer than the other man was typically comfortable with.

"So are you," Billy reminded gently, but he nodded his understanding.

"You must be exhausted," he guessed, "Would you rather stay here in Sh'ka for now, or do you wanna try and catch the train back? You can get some rest and I can keep watch for you?"