[Ajax's eyes fall to her hand on his, smiling softly as she brushes the knuckles there. Traumatic is probably a good word for it, he thinks, though since his reentry into the world where he was born, he's not thought on it too hard. Enough to know he'd never wish such a thing on someone else, but not enough to let it color him to the point of jading him.]

Hah, she did, [he starts, his other hand reaching to find hers, giving both her hands a gentle squeeze.]

Master Skirk was always very quiet, but she was very strict with me when training me. It was full of boundless danger, and I found myself facing insurmountable enemies and still managing to survive. But let's just say my time down there has given me an appreciation for the life I get to live now. Seeking stronger opponents, overcoming new challenges, striding higher as I break through each ceiling that lies above me- it truly is a beautiful life I get to live in this world.

[He puts on the most confident smile he can- not that it's a facade by any means, but it's also to assuage any concerns she might have. The last thing he wants is to burden Yoimiya with his past, especially when there's nothing that can be done to change it.]

Please do not fret for me, Yoimiya. I found my purpose in this life because of it, and if it weren't for destiny calling me, I may never of met you.