"N-no, it's not you!" He feels rather awkward, and finds himself looking at his feet rather than the older man. His tail twitches slightly before it comes to rest again. "I simply... miss the people I traveled with. I'm doing this to be more of a help to them rather than the burden, but I cannot help but worry for their sake."

Konoe sighs, trying to toughen up by taking a deep breath. Emotions were difficult for him - he felt double the emotions of normal people, so the sting from being separated ached with dull throbs. "I-I shouldn't be so foolish, acting like a kitten. I apologize!"