[ He wished that things would brighten up a bit more but the world is falling into chaos and there's nothing anyone could do to stop it at this moment in time. He really hoped that Palitutu will be okay so that they could at least extract information from her. He still didn't believe that she was after one thing. It felt like everyone was being tested moments before they saved her in critical condition at the hospital. The Calamity wasn't going to stop for anyone. Honestly, there's so much they needed to learn about the Calamity that it frustrated him not being able to have that information. ]

Indeed, but it isn't any excuse on my end. I promise to be a better companion to everyone that is involved for the future. I don't want to watch as others suffer while I am unable to do anything to protect them.

[ He offered her a small smile at least. He wanted to reassure her that they'll get through this somehow. ]

I'm fine. This isn't a situation that I am unfamiliar with. There is more at stake than what I am used to but nothing I can't handle. Thank you for your concern, but even you have to worry about yourself, no?