[ The hesitation, combined with his fluster, causes the smile along with the accompanying confidence to fade from Susato's face. She only wanted to help, but perhaps she'd been too pushy...

Either way, she remains silent for a while to allow that to sink in.

When she feels like it has, she'll continue, doing her best to sound encouraging. ]

Well... The good news is that you do not have to do anything. Take your time to get to know them better. Give them the attention they deserve, and I believe one day, it will become clear. I know it.

[ If there is a choice to be made, he'll make the right one. ]