[Just 'Rei', huh? He has always been good at making himself smaller and younger than he is.]

Of course.

[He sniffs and rubs a quick hand over his face as he settles back down properly again. He even attempts an optimistic smile.]

I might not be good for much, but I can run and hide pretty well. I can even gather information and fight to defend myself, so there's no need to worry about me. If anything, I especially don't want you to get into troubles because I look like might I need help.