[Ah, he has disappointed him. But ...he can't help the way his nerves dance at the thought of being anything other than someone who should walk behind him. Yet, despite that, he still seems concerned about his safety. Ah ...confusing signals.]

I-I see. I will ...I will try.

[But even that feels ...like a weak response. Ah, he is so worthless after all. His ears drop and he trembles a little under Tatsumi, shaking his head.]

I-I am sorry. I'm a pathetic and useless creature. I... I can't even follow the first orders given by you. I'm no good to anyone! I should have let them strike me down in the first place-!