Kazuya continued the steady rhythmic combing gesture, making sure to be as gentle as possible, and to soothe away the upset that had piled up in the one he hugged. He smiled softly through the moments that Toru spoke, nodding a pleased affirmative to Toru's promise. "Good. And.. I'm not sure. I can probably risk asking for a week off.. So, it's just up to what he says. Besides, I guess I have distanced myself a little too much, haven't I?"
He attempted a genuine smile, but failed at it around halfway through, slowing to a quiet emotionless plate. "Hey.. Can I ask you a favor?" His tone took a more serious edge with the question.