[Where Clive is the brawn between the two brothers, Joshua is the brain. He catches that uncertainty and, while he may not know the source, he still keeps tabs on it. He's not about to pull back Yato's layers (he's already busy pulling back this wrapping paper), but it will make for fine discussion in the future. Provided his friend is willing to share.]

[Instead, he gives a reassuring smile.]

I do think so, yes. In earnest.

And if I am to allow you to believe in my own virtues, then I think it only fair you allow me to believe in yours.