["I hate you, actually!" "I just wanted to argue with her!" There are a number of lies he could throw out there, protecting himself and his true feelings from Shuichi. But...he keeps them to himself. He wants to be better, to be more considerate, to not be the monster he was in the killing game anymore. And that starts with being a little more honest, even if it terrifies him in some ways.

So he hums a little at first, looking down at the last couple of pieces of fruit in his cup. His expression is incredibly soft, a mixture of both apprehension but something fond and grateful too. He thanked him...]

Yeah. It is. I mean still stand by what I've told her. [Meaning he still wants to try and look out for him.] I'd probably still point it out to her if...I felt like I had any right to, honestly. But I know I don't, so. Yeah. You're welcome.