[Nowadays, Alister didn't try to get close to anyone. It just seemed to... happen, at points, and he wouldn't argue against it either. But here was someone he was supposed to know, feeling down about herself and her friend, and he wasn't sure what to say to lift her spirits some. It was working a little, at least, so maybe he just just stay on this track.]

It's not a race. I know full well it can be difficult to keep confidence within yourself when times are grim. Besides, you don't look like the type to just lie down and let the proverbial tank roll over you, anyway.

I have confidence in you, and I know Rin does as well.