[Gokudera blinks, stunned, then frowns, chews the inside of his lip, and hums in thought.]

We could. Look, it's the first time we've ever spoken face to face. If you would like to get along, we can, but I don't think either of us is ready to do so very quickly, or without putting in the effort.

So I won't push you. I'll leave the ball in your court. You make the next move. I accept your apology, and I appreciate that you look out for your family. That you made the effort to come see me here today.

I respect you, and I'm sorry if I've upset you at all. That was not my intention.