Ah. Well, it wasn't gonna last forever. Still, with Bulba sitting beside him, Vinnie could hardly feel bad about it. He still held the lingering warmth of Char's soulflame in his chest, and it glowed like an ember that kept his heart bright. Having touched his soul, Vinnie knew what he wanted to say didn't need to be repeated out loud. Everything he felt had already been conveyed in the most intimate way they had, as dragons. It was an unspoken understanding - perfect in its solemn simplicity. Still...

Disregarding Bulba's advice one last time, the couch-bound Charizard twisted his body up just enough to watch Char go.

He didn't smile, but his expression was one of simple, honest appreciation. Being Vinnie, he just had to say it anyway. "Yeah... thanks."