For his part, knowing that their souls are intertwined across time this way makes Alfred feel...at peace. The knowledge that he's this important to someone else is something that makes him feel like he has a reason, a purpose beyond just being...useful.

He knows there is no loss of love for him, knowing who he once was. He can feel Herbert worrying about it, but he...just isn't.

"I love you too - my Engel, my Moonlight." He reaches his hand around to caress Herbert's cheek. "You're absolutely amazing. And sometimes you need reminding about that, too."