[The familiar figure was spotted when it shuffled closer, causing him to blink. Placing the last item back in his pocket, he glanced up just in time to hear that familiar voice say his name.

...Boy, is he glad to see her. Just knowing she's there and seemingly alright, is enough to lift his spirits a bit. A corner of his lips immediately lifts into a relieved smile.]

That's me! [With that, he's grinning.] ...I was worried I'd have to go on a rescue mission for you guys. [Said with only the most affectionate of teasing, of course. Then there's a bit of a pause.] That is...if the rest of the group is even here.