[ he's so glad this isn't a video call. there are too many things to pick apart to try and analyse why he feels like he does, but it's ultimately a happy feeling. it takes him a few seconds longer to respond and he doesn't entirely get his voice not to waver, but he avoids embarrassing himself, at least. ]

I've always got time for you, Izō.

[ he's said that before, in other ways, but he feels like he needs to say it again right now. ]

You can come here if you want or I can meet you. Guess it depends on what you feel like drinking, hm?

[ he's been violating doctor's orders this long, why stop now? ]