"I think there are those who want to make friendships though. And there are people still coming in. Some may need the guidance that you can give."

Such as himself. Losing Hikaru, all his friends, it had all been too sudden and jarring for him to get through properly on his own. "...I really don't think I would be doing so well without your help. I never really thanked you for that..."

He rested his chin lightly on top of the egg, considering carefully.

"But... have I ever disrespected you in some way? Or... or what if I did? Or if I did without knowing that I did?"