[ above all, ryuu wants to avoid being a burden... especially to someone who's probably staying around out of kindness despite seeming far more equipped to deal with this situation. and besides that, even - hadn't he felt more at ease regardless? he has to wonder about the magic, if this is what momo was talking about, between magic and monsters. then again, he could just be looking for a reprieve out of selfishness and fear with his tendency to overthink, so he perks up at being spoken to again, expression not really befitting his looks right now. ]

- none at all! I'm a performer... specifically, I sing. [ slowly, his features shift into a modest smile. ] It wouldn't really have a place out here, I know.

[ given they're trying to get the upper hand on whatever's lurking around. ]

You're a soldier though, huh... that's really admirable.