[Ryouta nods at that.]

Well, Mikleo being there takes a lot of worry off my mind, if I'm being honest.

[At least he doesn't look disappointed at being told no, especially with that explanation, but it doesn't make him feel any better. There's not a lot Ryouta can do, other than show his support.]

How about outside the mission, then? I mean, still probably can't do much other than cheer for you, but.... [💡] Oh! How about we get ice cream? When this is all done, I mean.