[Just needs a second to get his breath Peter- don't worry, you won't have to carry a bear.

But Gongenzaka does snap his head toward the other, ears drooping.] I... ...You know? [He repeats- but this isn't the time for talking, and he said it already.

So he shakes himself again, and stands.] I... ...we must speak, later, but please know, you have...my condolences, [He manages, glancing to see if 'Ben' is about up.]

But for now, I believe, the safest option, may be, a ruse, with this one..! So, let us run-!