[It's reflexive, then, the way he sits more upright and flashes a smile, shaking his head.] Oh-- nah, it. It's fine. I mean, I appreciate it.

[His free hand goes to the back of his neck, but the one attached to Kotone's curls their fingers together in a way that suggests it was Not Fine, but she probably got it. Maybe? He didn't know if he wanted to hope she understood-- it's hard being a kid and no one understands. He rubs at the base of his neck, fidgeting with his hair, and laughs softly.] Wow, my hair's getting kinda long. Um-- it. Talking about any of why it's hard for me to be a leader while still-kinda-drunk is a really bad idea, but. Rain check, maybe. [He will not rain check. She will have to drag it out of him, honestly.]