[And if he doesn't come to this realization on his own, it won't be long before Akira makes sure he knows it.]

If you're the type of guy who keeps your promises, sure.

[But he won't take a promise from someone who can't honor them, so he's leaving the decision in Ginger's hands. If he can't, that's fine too. Akira won't judge someone for knowing their own limits.]

But if that's the promise you're making, I'll hold you to it. I don't cry easy, so I'll be relying on you when I need a friend.