I'll... I guess I'll take that as a yes? But how'd they even-?

[He should be relieved to finally see Maiza again, he's just too confused to show it. But he doesn't want to make Maiza feel bad--if the owl really is him--so he tries to pat the owl on the head and force a smile.]

If it really is you, I'm glad you're okay--er, well. Still in one piece.