Sora prepared himself for the blow, but still got knocked back a little bit when she used that emotion-filled attack back on him. Even though that definitely hurt, it also gave Sora a bit of hope and confidence...it meant for sure that Xion could have her own emotions and draw on that power. And it especially meant that she could be happy!

All of that Sora found encouraging, and it showed on his face when he shook himself out and got back up. "Yeah, it works like that!"