[ Koromaru's off to the races once again, scampering off to gleefully chase after the ball. Minato watches with a pensive expression. Koromaru must have had a lot on his mind in the past, given that he'd been a full-fledged member of SEES. Maybe it's nice being here where he can be a full-time dog as opposed to a secret Shadow-fighting operative.

Minato hums and considers Ange's observation. ]

Maybe. I think the first time, he stayed because he felt like we needed him. This time, I'm not so sure.

[ Maybe Koromaru still felt like Minato needed him? Hm. ]

He seems to like you too.

[ And Minato trusts Koromaru's judge of character. ]