[ He probably doesn't want to know, though Susato will tell him if he asks. She looks at Kazuma then, as she considers. ]

He appeared younger then. [ In the dream. ] And you are older. I think father would agree that you are his spitting image, particularly with the ponytail you keep. But you've also become your own man.

[ While she sets down her teacup, she offers her free hand, placing it open-palmed in front of him to take. ]

That is something to be proud of, even if he is unable to say so.