[Senji turns to look at her when he hears her say those words. He opens his mouth to say something but then he sees her.... actually smiling?! Oh god. He's never seen her smile before, and he's actually stunned for a second. He feels the color rise to his cheeks and he looks away.

Shit...! This is why women are dangerous-!]

...D...doesn't make me nervous, shut up already. [it's her smile that makes him nervous okay. He clears his throat, the flush leaving him at least.]

That heavy weight of responsibility will keep me goin' stronger than before, you'll see.