[Yukizome's smile was genuine, and her heart swelled with pride as she took in Komaeda's words. She can believe that, and it showed in the way he carried himself--a far cry from the Komaeda she knew from years back.

...Though he certainly wasn't joking about being busy, if that list of responsibilities was any indication.]

Sounds like a tough set of responsibilities! I hope they haven't been driving you too hard? Otherwise, I'm going to have a loooong talk with your boss!

[There's something in the way she rolled up her sleeve then that suggested it wasn't only going to be a talk the others were going to be subjected to if Komaeda's answer was affirmative.]