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(´；Д；｀) = What worries the character
The one thing that makes Saruhiko worried the most is when Misaki is out in the city all by himself, whether on patrol, mission, out shopping, or just out on a stroll. Numerous times in the past, Misaki got in a lot of fights and arguments because the bullies would pick on his disability. When he could still talk, Saruhiko had to cover for Misaki and whatever damage the auburn did with his ability, and after he lost his voice, he had to tend to his injuries. These incidents all started to make him worry about the safety of his Partner.
Even after joining Scepter 4 and Misaki learned how to use his Strain ability, he was still a mute. The fact that he can’t make words vocally worries Saruhiko because he wouldn’t be able to call for help if he was ever in trouble. He’d have to text, and texting would take his attention away from the cause of the trouble, putting himself more in danger.
Of course, he almost never shows it or says it out loud, but him texting Misaki every now and then to check on his safety and make sure he’s not doing anything reckless clearly shows he’s worried and cares about him. Saruhiko also tends to stick closer to Misaki if the latter’s been out for a few hours, often making the excuse of ‘making up for the time I was busy by being your voice for a while.’
But really. He was just worried and wanted to stay by Misaki’s side to secretly check he’s safe and scratchless.
