[ That final sentiment brings him pause, because it's like a reminder of how fragile life can be. Except not his life — everyone else's, like that of everyone here, Akechi included.

So he's a bit more subdued in answering. ]

Yeah... yeah. I think— it's important to do that, yeah. [ And he tries to brighten up some, but it's hollow. ] America's big, but there's still a lot to do in my neck of the woods. I'll think up some other stuff for you.