[ Every time she calls him 'da' his heart must want to burst, and he smiles softly, making his way to sit on the edge of her bed beside her. ]

Och, well, I'll always want to be sure yer alright, Brianna. I cannae help it. But...you'll tell me if it's overmuch? I ken I'm no' so good at this yet. Being a father.

[ He can admit it, and smiles just a little. ]