[ It's always been the case that Kashuu comes along and picks up whatever wreck of a state that Atsushi is in, so— he's just trying to repay him for all the good he's done, ok!! Something about getting headpats from someone who looks your age/slightly younger is always a little disarming, but Atsushi is aware that Kashuu is, in fact, Very Old, so.

This time, Atsushi puffs up a bit, and returns the gesture, however tentatively. Headpats for you too, Kashuu. ]

You always say that it's okay, but... it must have been hard for you, Kashuu-kun. If you're tired, I've just arrived, so— it's my turn to lend a helping hand.

[ chinscratch!! ]

I'm really sturdy, after all. And I'm used to doing a lot of things frugally— you can rely on me!