[ There's a bit of a protective flash in Akira's gaze when Lucifer looks in that direction but he keeps it under control. ]

I can at least hear you out now and then decide later, possibly after talking to Ryu about it.

[ Since, honestly, trying to help Lucifer with his emotions will require him to use powers he hardly ever uses. The one that will kill him faster. While he cares for his own life, Ryu is the one already so strained under so much pressure. ]

You want to stay in the city? I feel like I can kind of guess what you want from me in this deal but maybe I'm wrong about it so let's be clear. You want me to help suppress your negative emotions, yes?