(Even if he smiles brightly, Tsurumaru knew exactly what was on his mind. Or at least, he thought he knew.

As Ichigo started to get up, Tsurumaru could see him losing his balance. Quickly, he reached out to grab Ichigo, wrapping an arm around his waist and holding him upright and close. He definitely only did this because it was the best way to keep him from falling. But it feels nice being close like this. Well, he won't focus on that too much,)

You haven't been drinking already, have you? (Really, losing your balance and stumbling around like this... But he's teasing and laughing.) You don't have to take care of everyone all of the time, Ichigo Hitofuri.