[buzen nods at that, understanding. even though his fingers twitch for just a second when she seems to hug herself, like he wants to do what he can to help hold her together but - feels like he's still entirely lost that right.]

... okay.

It's nothing to thank me for, Shen-san. I just... [he takes a deep breath in, and then out] I know happiness can be hard to hold onto. I still hope you keep it close.