[ Forgive him a moment. He knows this is serious and he's honestly touched that his friend was worried about him, but he has to stifle a laugh at the mention of "bug superheroes".

Yep, sounds like Hiro had been putting up with Mabel indeed. ]

Sorry. You know I wouldn't have left if I had any say in the matter. But I'm glad you and my sister got to bond while I was gone. [ A little cheeky, but then his tone sobers. ]

All things considered? Yeah, I'm okay.