[ Masamune responds gently to the tease despite it not managing to be done without pain. ]

...I can say that it's not called such back home but I would only be deflecting. If you are still interested in this topic when you are better, ask me then.

[ He looks about to make her a little more comfortable, but he knows there is no reason to do so in excess since she will be disturbed soon enough.

There is a small nod. ]

Thank you, also. [ For so many things, but she would hardly remember if he started listing, anyway. ]

From now on, remember the only real way to change the past is to face the future. [ He hopes when she has those miserable feelings that will surely come that she should have continued punishing herself for the guilt over things done, she will be able to sincerely believe herself that the only choice is to push forward.

Masamune now offers a final but more sincere smile, pushing away any sadness or concern that might be lingering on his face. ]

Sleep now. You've earned it.