[So much of all this is new territory for them both. It will take time for Mayoi to unlearn the unforgiving system of his last house, and will likely be afraid for some time of doing the "wrong" thing and losing Tatsumi's good will.]

[But in time, with patients and understanding, he'll come around.]

I...

[Ah, how should he put this. His tail flicks idly behind him as he follows Tatsumi back to his room.]

O-Of course, it's only if it suits Tatsumi-san, but ...I would like to stay close. I will sleep better... [He will feel safe tucked up against Tatsumi.]

[Once inside, Mayoi will come and sit on the edge of his bed. He will yawn, daintily covering his mouth, and then curl up at the foot of the bed, wrapping his tail around his feet. He is still awake and alert, watching Tatsumi from his spot.]

Does Tatsumi-san need help getting dressed for bed...?

[That was a task he was often given with some of the younger members of the house. He was something of a thankless nanny when he wasn't being a display piece.]