[He's definitely not cruel. Despite the attitude problem, the swearing, and the explosive temper, Hiyori knows the other boy has a heart; he's a self-proclaimed hero, after all, and one with a stated intention of freeing everyone who's trapped here, not just himself. His reaction to Hiyori's words about the statues were further proof of his good heart. The thought of taking a life was unbearable to him.

Bakugo definitely has a heart. He's just clumsy about showing it. Hiyori knows his type. Or so he thought, but...

Those last words catch him by surprise. He throws Bakugo a look, blinking slowly.

Before, at last, a smile spreads on his lips.]

Those are some nice words.

[Deep, heartfelt, and sincerely meant. So of course Hiyori can't help but lightly tease lightly.]

I didn't expect you to start talking about hearts. Baku-kun has more than just heroics on the brain, hm~? ♪

[It's cute.

He's not sure how he feels about the sentiment, though. It's not that he disagrees. He just deeply dislikes the idea of his memories being erased. Still looking at the other boy, he asks,]

You're not talking from experience, are you?

[There isn't some villain back at Bakugo's home who attacks people's memories... is there?]