[ Ryo, all in all, finds the words very odd. He's processing them, and he knows - really knows that Akira's change only did so much. But sure, he'll let this guy believe he's somehow extended his life. ]

He is precious. It's why he's the only one who could do exactly what he did, too. There's no one else like Akira.

[ Ah - ]

It's best if he continues to live as long as possible.