[ Roland nods carefully, but he's not sure if it's time. If this is the moment for him to assert it, after all is said and done and he's just apologized for practically forcing himself against a friend's physical comfort zone...

He closes his eyes and takes a deep breath. No. Not now. And in the first place, such an initiative would need to come from Senku, right?

Then again, he's pretty hard-headed on his own right... ]

Thank you. [ For now, this is all he says. Despite the brevity, he is actually, very sincere about it. ] For your forgiveness. And I wouldn't dare let that pass without making amends. It's not my style, as you would. [ Roland offers a smile in jest, to lighten the mood once more. ]

I don't want to take up too much of your time. I'll let you focus on your work and bother you again later. Heh. [ He begins to make his way out of the booth, sliding his legs out into the hallway.

The thought of Gen knowing may stay in the back of his mind for a while, if only out of respect. But for now, it's shelved for his own peace. And because he trusts Senku to know what's best in such a scenario. ]

I appreciate this too, you know. That you can forgive so easily. It's...You're very kind, Senku. I'll do my best to help you as I can. Count on that.