He paused. Why was she bringing that up again? "...I don't see why that's a problem. Like I said, I have darkness in my heart. If you're a shadow, then you fit in perfectly." Since her hand was in his, he gently lifted it and placed it over his chest, gently cupping it with his own hand. "But unlike the darkness, you'll be here to help."

Rather than a typical smirk, Riku offered a half-smile, brows raised. "...And I'll be here to protect you. You matter a lot to me. Will you let me look after you?"