[ ...Well, Kasumi sure as hell isn't going to take sides on this, whether it's to boost his self-esteem or not. The way she sees it, Tetsuo can't keep on depending on other people to validate himself. He's trying to be better, maybe. That should be enough. Her lips draw into a thin line as she tries to think of a way to put things delicately... ]

I--don't really know what else, sorry. I mean, people talk about your powers and stuff, too, and you're really good at video games...? There was something about a high score at some point.

[ Ugh okay fine she'll compliment him anyway because she's too nice. ]