He's glad to see a fraction of sparkle return to Regis' eyes and mentally pats himself on the back for bringing Aster. She has definitely done her share to comfort Gladio and the Shield feels it's only fair to let her comfort the others too.

Humor's shadow peeks out at him, and Gladio responds in kind.

"I'm pretty sure movin' the cats is a Capital Offense, so I'll join you at the window if that's alright."

Gladio's smile is a touch brighter as he sits on the floor next to the man he grew up calling 'Your Majesty' with whom he's now sharing, of all things, Cup Noodles. He'd laugh if the reason for this meeting wasn't so crushing.

With a nod to Regis and a slight lifting of his styrofoam container, Gladio digs in and savors the first bite before speaking again.

"I failed you, twice now, technically." He stares vacantly out the window, tone both heartfelt and dull. "It's not enough ... but I'm sorry."