You're a gentle person, I can tell. And that's important when it comes to caring for another living thing.

( He can feel his heart stop for a moment when she says those words, and his eyes drift away. Those words mean more than he can even so, but it's difficult to truly believe in them. )

... O-Okay.

( He feels like if he looks at Chise again, he might start crying. So, he takes in a breath then, attempting to calm himself before looking back to her. )

I'm... always here whenever you need someone. At least... It'd be nice if we could spend time together again after this.