[ His grin spreads wide when Maya says that last bit; he winks at her, both hands pulled up in perfect peace signs. ]

You think so? [ and, as if he's talking to a studio audience: ] Did you hear that, everyone? Momo-chan got a vote of confidence!

[ A laugh, and he puts his hands back at his sides. ]

Thanks to you, I got my courage back! I owe you one.