[Manabu stares at him, genuinely perplexed.]

Okay, but...I'm not doing that to like get one-up on you, or demand it in return. [it's just what he do!

quickly, holding up both hands, getting redder:] N-not to say I don't appreciate the help! It's a lot nicer than you being a bastard, just! [do not hit him.] Just don't look at it like some kinda transaction, okay? It's fine!