[...Ah. Well. He wasn't expecting that from Saitou, but he really shouldn't be surprised, he thinks. He should know better than anyone what sort of depths can be lurking behind a quiet and calm exterior.

Quietly, he nods. It's a lot of responsibility on his shoulders again, but he's used to that. He can handle responsibility; it's a familiar and almost comforting weight on his shoulders.

It'll be his duty to help Tenka and still take care of the others if Tenka returns without any memories. Very well then--he accepts that.]

No, you are correct. Tenka is my partner, and that makes him my responsibility regardless of what should happen to him.

Should that occur, I will take care of it. [And him.

At least it's a direction to go in.]