I'm not. I just–

[ There is no good way to say this, so fuck it. Just say it. ]

You have a tremendous amount of strength, physical and mental. Counseling isn't easy, but you persevere and you do it well. It won't be the same for me with training. I don't have that sort of strength.

[ Maruki offers him a smile then, genuine despite its sadness. ]

I wouldn't want to disappoint you, that's all.