( This isn't the reaction she was expecting. And yet, her heart brightens over his statement that she brings light and warmth to others. That's absolutely what she strives for, and to have Master Diluc recognise this, means more than she can express. But ... his status and importance to Mond aside, it's because it came from him. Amber knows that she wouldn't care if he was a penniless bard wandering the streets of Mondstadt. She can relate to him like none other, as they've learned. And with him around, she really hasn't felt as lonely. What is this brightness in her chest...? )

It's okay. I'm ... used to it. ( Which doesn't really make it better, but-! )

I'm sorry you know how it feels. Looks like we've both walked a similar path, haven't we?

( Losing an influential guardian figure with a connection to the Knights. She knows all about that day he quit, and he knows that she's not as favourable towards them as she may seem. That Amber lives her life trying to start positive change from within, almost out of spite.

Slowly, she approaches him. )

I've felt a lot happier getting to know you here, though. I think that's why I really wanted to spoil you on your birthday. ( Her lips curl into a small smile. ) Getting to know you has been great. There's so much more to you than I imagined. To think we had all this in common ... ( Heh. ) Thanks for giving me the chance to know you closely and be your friend.