(At the question, there's just a tiny smile in Ren's lips. Damien really cares about Akechi, doesn't he?)

He's getting better. Thank you for helping him. (He offers Damien a short bow, in both respect and gratitude.) He's staying with me for the time being, you're welcome to visit.

(It's only a beat later that the subject reminds him - he actually meant to talk to Damien about something really important.)

I actually have something to ask you, speaking of.