[He didn't want her to feel bad for him or responsible or anything. This place doesn't pick and choose who to bring and whom to send away. After all, it keeps dragging in his friends, and he wants to fight against it with all of his being.

He drags one of the chairs to pretend he's working on Makoto, while they talk.]

There's nothing to apologize for. It is not ideal in the least, but one finds a way to handle it. Especially when other people are stuck with you as well. You form a mutual understanding, and they are willing to help out, even if it is just for their own gain.

[After all, Yusuke would gain from that as well.]

When did you arrive?