[ For years and years is such an odd concept for him. It wasn't that long ago when he was still trying to end everything.

Petting his head very lightly for a moment, pondering on what the other will think or even feel with this small amount of physical contact. ]

You're right there. [ There's some hesitation before... ]

Even if you have been talking about me to others, you're still the only one I can trust here. [ There's another pause before he says the other thing... ] You're probably the only one who can understand me.

[ Closer to anyone else considering their chosen profession and the bonding experience they went through.

Also he's only saying this once so pls get it memorized, Chuuya. ]