[His brows quirk slightly at her honesty. A long time ago, perhaps, he'd have been resentful of Ren's popularity. Now, he's just accepted it as part of Ren's genuine charm. He actually wants to get to know these people, help them with their own problems; Akechi never bothered with that. Ren is a genuinely good person, and while Akechi can act the role, he doubts he'll ever be able to form that kind of connection with anyone.]

Perhaps someone should write a book. A log to be discovered later, like what a captain might leave behind after their ship is wrecked.

[It's not a bad idea, though personally, Akechi doesn't care overmuch about educating any of the new arrivals unless it benefits him in some way. He hums and nods, the corner of his lip curving into a small, self-deprecating smirk.]

Ren and his friends are quite supportive, aren't they? Allow me to reassure you: I feel the same. It's overwhelming sometimes, isn't it?