[ The word triggered a lot in his mind -- his parents, Chaos, Byakuen, a childhood mostly spent in solitude. And while events of the past few days (as it is for him) were still fresh in his mind, they are now part of his past. Bit of a squeeze on PM's shoulder before letting go. ] Now that you mention it -- I'm not too comfortable with my friends being here, but --
I'm thankful that they are.
[ Glances at the mail cart -- ] Aa! I'm not keeping you from delivering mail am I?