Being able to rescue a pleasant feeling out of a well of depression is always nice. He wouldn't fault Kai for thinking that being able to do it more often would be even nicer.

For now, that smile ebbs into something a little more thoughtful. "Really..." That's almost surprising, if he doesn't take a step back to really think about why someone so tough looking like Kaito "Smash A Motorcyclist's Visor In With A Rock" Lastname might not be turned to for his cozier qualities. The thought of, 'Maybe I'm just lucky, then,' flashes through Shinji's mind before he quickly subdues and puts that notion under a tight lock - that is absolutely a dangerous thought right there, not one to voice.

"Well, it's true." He means it! "You're very comfortable to be around."