Only a handful things are certain in this world... And sometimes it pays off to take risks.

[ Which kind of illustrates Akira as a person. Being on offense may be his style, though he doesn't practice it all the time. Either way, those words aren't meant to push Goro to make a move or a decision, but to let him think about his approach.

Akira, at this point, definitely knows who's the object of Goro's affection, but decides to keep quiet. It's his life. He stretches his arms above his head, yawning as he rolls his shoulders back, too. ]

But I'm glad to hear that it's going so well that you won't be needing my help. I'm not great at matchmaker, anyway. [ How is he supposed to wingman for Goro...? Against himself? Maybe he can talk himself down in front of the mirror. ] I would say good luck, but I think you're charming enough to get what you want.

[ In all seriousness, he does like Goro. The little trysts they have are comforting, sweeping him away from the dark memories and thoughts that plague him at night... Gently, he nudges Goro's side. ]

Bat your eyelashes at them, then they'll buy you some waffles.

[ Akira would definitely fall for it is what that means. ]