[ Susato wants to say she understands, but those words would feel hollow and empty. Instead, she listens to him, gently moving the kettle before it can sound, when she can hear the water start to bubble. Nearby, there is a container labeled "oolong matcha" which she pulled out alongside the teacups. ]

I wish that I could prove it to you. That I could show you evidence to dispel that fear once and for all. That this world would allow you to speak with him... with all its magic, and dreams. But I...

[ She can't. She can't give him any of that. She can't give Genshin Asogi back to him, and she certainly can't keep Kazuma's intrusive thoughts at bay. She told her father that she wanted to be good for him though, and that she wanted to help him through all this. She'll hold onto that promise for all that it was worth, and continue giving him a reason to be proud. ]

All I can do is my very best to urge you forward when you fall back, and... try not to fall behind myself.