[His heart never fails in being warmed by what this girl says. But that also makes him all the more scared of everything this place could do to her. Of failing her, of letting her down. Even though they had agreed to give her responsibility in the people she associates with, he can't help but feel the urge to cling onto her. She's endured some hardships so far, but she always came out smiling. Which increased his fear of that smile dying.

He glanced at Katara with his smile before looking back to Ikki.]

Thanks. I always have fun with you, too, Ikki. And... even if I'm unsure about things, I'm proud that you made a decision.