Compliments are still a thing he feels a little embarrassed about, like he doesn't really deserve them, but he's gotten much better at accepting them these days. With a slightly awkward grin he nods, doing just that before sitting back.

It doesn't surprise him to hear that's what Orpheus thinks. He probably would be, honestly. Losing someone like Eurydice isn't something a person comes back easily from, not without all the love and support from friends and family. If he had no one then what would have been the point in coming back?

"I get it. I would've done the exact same thing if Varian had left," he says slowly. "I know it sounds dumb, but - but you're really strong for coming back. Staying a beast would've been easier than this, even though I don't think it would've been right."