[Of course, Takeru wanted to say he would convince them no matter what but he wasn't sure if it might cheer Sayo up. So instead?]

It's not a problem, that's what friends do! And you always have to protect your friends no matter what because that would be mean!

And I got to stand up to bullies anyway!

[But then when he heard him?] Oh right, how rude of me! My name is Takeru Takaishi and this is Patamon! [he said before pointing to said creature on top of his head]

It's really nice to meet you! What's your name?