He felt an odd thrill at that touch, which surprised him, honestly. It was just a brush to his cheek, nothing to get worked up over.

But.

"Well," he said warmly, "You don't have to be afraid here. There's going to be a lot to get used to, but I promise we'll help. But I do want you to promise to try and rest for a bit before you go around trying to be all useful. Ok?"