[Souji nods. He can understand that. There seems to be an entire economy system built around them being here so of course, they wouldn't want anyone to return.]

Knowing myself, I would've tried to befriend you, [Souji says with a smile; maybe he's a bit too honest.] So, starting it all over with a look-a-like might be different and not what you expect.

Is that so? [Souji rubs his chin,] The only person Yosuke mentioned that I didn't know was 'Ren' but he didn't tell me whether he transforms into a cat or no.

[Head-tilt at the cat-] Ren? [Shot in the dark. He knows no other name.]