[He nods and leans in, resting his head against the other's shoulder.]

I want you to be safe. We can figure out information other ways. We can't replace you, okay? I just...

[Wait. What's that sound? He pulls back and looks around - there's a slight shaking to the ground, as if something large is coming towards them.]

[Ryu turns to guard Joshua, sword out and ready to either slice or cast magic. The rumbling gets louder and louder...]

Be ready, I don't know what this is -