[Hershel really wasn't expecting much more than a grunt, maybe a gruff sort of dismissal, so the thanks really did surprise him. He smiled, warmly and sincerely, because Jake really did have a tendency to surprise him in good ways more often than not. As ridiculously sappy as it probably was he was consistently grateful for putting the effort into getting to know Jake. It was most definitely worth it.

He couldn't help a small laugh as well, shaking his massively haired head.] Well, given our first puzzle rooms I think you can definitely say it wasn't something I'd forget. [Or the Jake trying to kick down a door, those were the good old days.]

I know this may sound silly but I hope when we escape we can all keep in touch. [He mused, almost hesitantly.] It seems like everyone's just from all over, it won't be very easy.