[ She doesn't hold it against him that he does not respond back almost immediately. She would be just as shocked, if not more so, if she were told her dad had been murdered and she was not here for it, or she was here and didn't remember due to leaving & then coming back. The arm around her waist is response enough.

He cannot see her, but the smile on her face is one of bitterness, because she knows that promise won't be kept. Kotetsu might— no, would fight the Landlord himself to keep it, and just that thought warms Kaede's heart. She lifts her head up to place a kiss on his cheek, giving him a bright smile as she pulls away. ]

I know, and I have others looking out for me, too. We'll be okay, Dad. But, I don't want you losing sleep and your appetite over what is the past. As you said, let's make sure it doesn't happen again.