[His words of praise mean a bit more than anyone else's, and Katara lets them soothe her even though she doesn't particularly feel like she's doing a great job managing anything. As far as she knows, nothing's gone right all week.
...and his asking that question only makes her feel as though she failed even further, if she's causing him to worry. No one should have to worry about her, especially not Chouji.]
There's no need to worry about me. I'm fine. [But then she glances down, focuses on their hands so close together, but not touching. Her voice is softer when she speaks.] But... thank you. For asking. And for listening.
[ action ] pfff, remember who you're talking to here >>
...and his asking that question only makes her feel as though she failed even further, if she's causing him to worry. No one should have to worry about her, especially not Chouji.]
There's no need to worry about me. I'm fine. [But then she glances down, focuses on their hands so close together, but not touching. Her voice is softer when she speaks.] But... thank you. For asking. And for listening.