[The small smile paired with that quiet affirmation is all the reassurance Scott needs from Minato. He's different from Kotone in a lot of ways, though Scott sees similarities as well, but in this case he's aware how those small almost subtle reactions speak volumes from the quieter teen.
So, Scott keeps that wet grin, only slowly easing into one of confidence after a few beats pass. Though it's hardly less sentimental and open, the teen nearly wearing his emotions on his sleeves.]
I'm here. [He nods, affirms and assures in his own way, maybe reinforces the hug they just shared. Almost tempting to grip Minato in another hug, but Scott decides to continue with words alone.] ...I'm here and I remember everyone. I remember you.
[It's something Scott has worried about in the past and it's often a hard subject for him to talk about. He knew that Kotone was scared too, despite her bright smiles and cheerfulness, that he might've forgotten her.]
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So, Scott keeps that wet grin, only slowly easing into one of confidence after a few beats pass. Though it's hardly less sentimental and open, the teen nearly wearing his emotions on his sleeves.]
I'm here. [He nods, affirms and assures in his own way, maybe reinforces the hug they just shared. Almost tempting to grip Minato in another hug, but Scott decides to continue with words alone.] ...I'm here and I remember everyone. I remember you.
[It's something Scott has worried about in the past and it's often a hard subject for him to talk about. He knew that Kotone was scared too, despite her bright smiles and cheerfulness, that he might've forgotten her.]