[She smiles, softer than the ones that had come before it, and she hugs her knees to her chest.]

I don't know if I'm there yet, but I'm glad you think so.

[After all, he's the one who's been helping her to strengthen her heart.]

I can't even imagine where I'd be without you. So— I definitely get what you're saying about having someone who inspires you, but... my friends already give me the push I need.

[She leans to rest her head on his shoulder a little— she likes things the way they are. It's fine for Akira to move forward, and she's genuinely happy for him and Rion, but— well. Maybe she's just a little bit of a late bloomer.]