[... Oh. His heart squeezes a bit and he looks away, idly brushing through Akira's hair again. Having such compliments from anyone would please him, but from Akira...]

You're wonderful. [Quiet.] Fun and kind, caring... I like your wit, your humor, and how patient you are. I'm a difficult person at times, after all, so I appreciate your company. And I find you an honest person, someone who doesn't fake interest. You're genuine. Even when you tease me, I don't mind it... there's no ill-intent.

[They're all the things he cherishes about Akira, the things he admires.]

If there's anyone that someone should want to be like, it's you. I'd like a thousand Akira over another of me.