The assumption is correct, and Tonbokiri shakes his head slightly to confirm it. It was indeed different from the usual feeling of being watched.

"I shall leave it in your most capable care, then." He bows his head in thanks.

"In regards to information, I reported this to Midoriya-dono as well, but he is the only other one. He gave no indication that anyone else had experienced the same thing. But of course, it is possible things have changed since I spoke with him."