[He's recognizing that, actually; even now, she looks... strained. And he still feels helpless, way more than he'd like.]
If you need anything, or... [...ugh, words.] Just tell me. I'll be there.
[It still isn't much, but if Haruhi isn't talking to her, then he wants to be sure she has someone to turn to. He's not gallivanting around the country now, so he can damn well make time for a friend. No, for his best friend.]
[Action]
If you need anything, or... [...ugh, words.] Just tell me. I'll be there.
[It still isn't much, but if Haruhi isn't talking to her, then he wants to be sure she has someone to turn to. He's not gallivanting around the country now, so he can damn well make time for a friend. No, for his best friend.]