[He relaxes a bit, once Jusis hugs him back. God, he didn't even realize he was tense.

... He's not going to be pulling back for a bit.]

That's all I can ask, really... Thank you. [...] Um. Is it okay if I keep calling you "Dad"? I can try to keep it to just when we're at home, if you'd rather.

[... Partially for the sake of at least looking professional, and partially so the higher-ups don't have that potential (further) ammo to use against both of them.]