[ A happy blush at the other's compliment. He couldn't argue it, though. It would be strange if he, of all people, argued against it. There's a playful smile as he grips the other tight for a few moments. He's the happiest he's ever been here. Even winning a gold doesn't compete with it. Finally pulling away, but shifting to take Makoto's hand in his. ]

I'm glad I don't have to try and make you remember me. You're worth the effort, but now we can skip to the best part.

[ Sappy as ever, he's just glad to be with him again. ]

We're going to become professional world-hoppers together at this rate.