[Nods softly.]

[And his hand covers in blue flames, completely encompassing the quill though it doesn't burn, even where it touches the paper.]

Ace is very good with people.

[He looks back up to catch Natsuno's eyes.] So long as anyone is determined to protect his dream for that, I'll protect them no matter what. [But don't be surprised if there's something a little off in the eerily calm way he says it either.]