[ despite how disciplined and schooled his expressions tend to be, he can't deny that mikazuki had a way of eliciting emotions in him. mostly surprise. he doesn't expect the other individual to put any stock int this set-up. he considered it as much as a farce as anything else set up in this place, and yet it's undeniable that he's a little charmed by the concept. the lack of hesitation. the way he says it not because he's obligated to (something arjuna often falls victim to), but simply because he genuinely seems like he wants to.

there's nothing else that's grounding him to these words either and so in reverence to that. ] That's quite a bold thing to promise. [ but, he seems amused by the idea. ] It'd be a shame to my character not to extend the same courtesy. [ a touch of a smile as he straightens his back and gingerly places mikazuki's hand right back at his side. ] I look forward to your support.