[ Indeed, the smile was Mikazuki's way of coping, as it's what he's learned to do in stressful times; if he faces everything with a calm expression and a smile then things will work out because sometimes he can't change how things are. However, although the expression lingers on his face, it's lacking the usual cheerful exuberance, that's for sure. ]

Oh, thank you for reminding me that you did.

[ ... ]

Varric, please don't vote for yourself again, if you can help it. I understand why people do it, but quite frankly I can't stand it. Right now, it is not an issue, but it may become so later down the road.