[Takeshi nods, and in an instant... it's like a weight has lifted off his shoulders. He relaxes, lowering his guard as his father joins him on the sofa.]

I know, but that's still a risk we- I can't take. [He knows that, unless it's approved by Reno, this is something he's on his own for. He didn't come to Kenichi because he's another member of the Assassins, but because they're family.] So do I.

[He'd never been a praying man. Even before being adopted by one, he knew the gods were real. Hard not to when the real thing once worked with a group that involved the Greek god of the Underworld. Still... Relying on others is new to him.

Takeshi smiles faintly. He really hopes they would be.]

I'll do that, and... Thanks, Dad. I know it's a lot to ask. [He pauses.] Besides, don't we have shopping to do tomorrow?