[ a second passes, and then he'll walk over to him, placing his hands firmly on akira's shoulders. ]

It doesn't matter how many Akiras that there are. I'll always care about you. I already knew, but after everything else I've learned while here... but it's always going to be you.

[ his grip tightens, before he lets go and takes a few steps back. ]

You gave up on trying to get me to stay, then.