Hayun begins to nod his head as Yohan speaks but it quickly tapers off into near perfect stillness. Even the rise and fall of his chest are almost imperceptible. In this moment, there's something about hearing that he's an important part of Yohan's life, being reassured that he does have a place in it, that hits him like a truck. Like this emotional transport truck just slammed into his chest. The comforting gestures, the words, it makes his eyes well up with tears once more. "I haven't been an important part of anything since I lost my grandparents..." he mutters, gaze finally returning to Yohan's face. The face of this incredible man who makes him feel less alone in the world.

"I understand," he says, speaking more clearly this time. He repeats it a few times as he scrubs at his eyes, trying to wipe away the tears that are threatening to fall. "You'll be there whenever you can." Because somethings can't wait. Somethings can't be brushed aside because some kid Yohan knows is having a rough day. It's like he said, he doesn't expect Yohan to drop everything for him. And it's not like Hayun hasn't navigated bad days on his own before. Up until tonight, he's dealt with every one of them by himself, so he can do it again. He can do it again whenever Yohan can't be there.

"Do you, um... Actually, never mind."