[ Sullivan allows her that moment, and tries to understand what is that she's telling him. It almost feels for a moment like he's not more than twice her age, like he's somehow the ignorant one here, who's seen less of the world. But that fades just as quickly. Even if she's suffered and even if her life was tempestuous, it's not like he's not suffered himself. And besides, life isn't about comparisons, it's about the sum of experiences. And he himself smiles too, deciding that ...

Well, she didn't necessarily need to be reassured, but she might like some confirmation. ]

Don't let anyone else tell you otherwise, Masa can see more of a person than they know of themselves. [ And he squeezes her gently ] So - so - I don't think it's a bad thing, you being here. I know I like it.