It as just myself and Hifumi for the first month. [Believe him, if he knew she was trying to do mental gymnastics about it, he'd tell her he had tried and still hadn't found a proper answer. Still holding the plates, he does indeed beacon her tot he kotatsu, placing both plates and the coffee cups on top of it.]

That was my thought as well...especially after meeting others from different worlds. [He then nods, but mostly to himself.] If it helps you don't have to go...the entire way. Just holding someone's hand or being close is enough.