[ Aoba laughs, a little surprised by the tightness of that hug. ]

What, you think I'd pay for one?

...Granny used to hold me like this when I was feeling miserable or lonely. [ Aoba touches the back of Karamatsu's head, just like she used to. ]

I thought maybe Kara-kun could use some comforting. [ Aoba sounds like he's smiling as he ruffles his hair slightly. ] But it turns out he's a little rough, haha...