Mm, I can emphasize that it takes time to become used to an adjustment of size. My haft length was often changed to suit my former master. ...And that was nowhere near as much a change as you went through.

[As he speaks he lets go of Ichigo gently, holding out a hand to continue giving him support.]

I apologize for treating you so delicately, for I know you are a noble and strong blade. But I simply do not want to see you damage yourself further. So please bear with me a little longer.

[He then turns his back to Ichigo.]

I can carry you upon my back.