( It feels like he's haunted by the memory of the last day he had entered Sunny's home almost every single day. He may not know the extent of how much the event had hurt Kel, or how much he had hurt Sunny, but... nonetheless, he would understand exactly how Kel feels. After all, Something was still following him and Sunny both even to this day. Perhaps now knowing was for the best, considering how close he's become to Kel. He feels as though they're closer than they've ever been. And, with how dysfunctional his relationship is with Sunny...

Some things are better kept a secret.

Basil's happiness is his happiness. It's a selfless thought, and perhaps where Basil and Kel may clash -- or, meet half way. After all, Basil felt the same way when it came to the happiness of his friends. Basil was always fine with whatever happened to him, as long as it meant that his friends were happy. )

... I'll try, but... I want to work hard to make you happy, too. I-I guess we're kind of stuck in that way, huh...?

( Still, he'll offer a hand for Kel to take, never mind how his face flushes a little at his last words, his heart racing a little. He looks away once more, focusing on his friend, rather than... any out of the ordinary reactions.

His grip tightens a little, and he helps to pull him upwards. )

After this, can you promise me something...? Y-You should really rest, Kel...