N--no... it's fine. I want to be a part of this, so don't apologize.

[ she hesitates though before extending her own hand and taking his. she's aware that a handshake like this puts them on a level more akin to equals than anything else. but... well, if they're teammates, then that's exactly what they are, right?

she finally, she takes his hand and shakes, giving him a faint smile as she does so. ]

I p--promise I'll help you all out any way I can, senpai.