"Asano-dono--!" Tonbokiri quickly turns around, and suppresses a chuckle at the situation, keeping his expression composed for the boy's sake.

"Do not fear, for I am at your side. Be still a moment." He snaps the branch with one hand and brushes Asano's hair to get out bits of twig and leaf.

"There. Surely, our goal will be close at hand after enduring such trials."