[A parent's worry is more than expected, especially considering the fact Kaede only has one parent left. Unfortunately, Kotetsu's parenting has been a little lackluster over the years, not to mention Kaede isn't particularly happy about how much he tends to baby her, so it all just tends to lead to one big mess. Too coddling for his own good, this old man is, evidence enough as Kotetsu continues to scratch and rub at the wolf.

At her expression though, he stops, unsure as to whether she's confused about what he's saying or merely trying to understand better.] Well, you actually can. Answer that is, but I don't think I'm really in any position to be asking in the first place.

[His smile softens, though Kotetsu's hands continue with their routine.] My wife passed away, so other than my mother and my brother, Kaede only really has me to take care of her, but I wasn't able to do that too well for a while because of my work. [Realizing how this bit of information could be a little concerning, Kotetsu pats at Ammy's head.] Things are better now though, so you don't need to worry about all that. I just wanna make sure that I can take care of her as best I can, like I always should.