[Jusis supposes that's fair. It's only been maybe two months at most by now, and it already feels like they're treading water out here.]

I can't argue that point, but it's either that or let Velvet take the responsibility instead. That seems more unfair in my eyes.

[The poor woman's not anywhere near ready to emotionally handle all these kids relying on her to be a responsible adult. Jusis bets she's only hanging on by her unresolved anger and revenge scheme, at least for now. He's not about to put that burden on her, no matter how they get under each other's skin at times.]

I think it might be best if he heard it this first time from you. If it's coming from me, it'll sound more like I'm scolding him rather than giving a reminder. If he needs another reminder, I'll take over from there.