[Yukiko smiles quite fondly, sipping at her tea now that it's cooled enough to be bearable. She can understand that, and the reticence. She's been there, about other things.]

He's reliable, Mami. He's seen me in some bad spots too, you know. The caves, talking to Suicune, my parents...he was even with me in Sanctuary when I evolved the last time. We've only known each other a few months, but it feels like a lot longer to be honest.

[She forces a laugh now, hoping to lighten the mood.]

And if the two of you are a thing, then it gives me an excuse to get to know you on a more personal level too.