[Kurama doesn't try to break free, half-turning towards Akira. There's a subtle tension to him under Akira's hand.

He honestly isn't sure whether it's more reassuring or painful to know that Goro is nearby but their only true contact is a board and seven questions.

He listens until Akira is done, though, quiet and attentive, eyes considering.]

...I do realize that. But if he knows what happened that night, I think he also knows why.

[Kurama reaches out to touch Akira's cheek, brief but gentle.] Akira, you're really too kind for your own health. I never once thought that.