[If Kokoro was a bird, she would've fluffed up with pride. Instead, she gave Yasuho an extra squeeze.] I love it a lot, yeah.

You're a little ahead of me, then, for however much that counts right now. [Yasuho's slow retreat doesn't seem to bother Kokoro overmuch. She nodded and looked out past their hiding spot.]

I'm ready. Just say something if you're running out of breath. I won't leave you behind, but I'd like at least a half second of warning so I can pick you up again. OK?