( He thinks that those who seem the toughest are the most vulnerable underneath it all-- a good breeding place for loneliness and jealousy. Thoughts he'll keep to himself for now, though. Tobirama knows that he himself wouldn't be able to fully trust someone like that even if he's forgiven the previous actions. He didn't trust Orochimaru, and though they've come a long way he still -- if he was being honest -- didn't trust Sasuke.

Deep down there was that seed just waiting to be proven right. He sighs, an audible and heavy one. )

There is something to be said for him coming back to do the right thing, at least. ( A sip parts the two statements. ) I hope that this helps you put your friends to rest.