[Can people really just...decide to be fine like that? Ishimaru isn't sure; he's quiet for a moment before deciding to accept it. He doesn't always understand the things Mondo does, but he can understand putting aside personal difficulties and doubts for the time being, if they're just going to be detrimental and there isn't much to be done. After a while, you can convince yourself that you're fine, and that's what matters, isn't it?]

I'm glad to hear it! If there's ever anything that isn't fine, though, you can always tell me.

[And he seems content to leave that particular issue there, really, though he glances over again after a moment.]

You know, it...was really nice to hear what you had to say earlier, about my not seeming afraid. [He smiles a bit, but the expression is odd.] It was one of those things where it felt like everyone knew - like everyone could see it. It's good to hear that it wasn't like that.