[Ryou's eyes focus on Atem, and although that blush on his cheeks doesn't totally fade away, there's determination on his face that offsets it.]

I don't need an empty house. My place is here. R-right?

[He doesn't have to go away, though he fears what would happen if Atem ever did. Their bond had really centered Ryou through a lot of his troubles, and he is thankful that the other had no memories of him at all, so they could begin with a new foundation.

Like Atem said, his memories of Ryou from before--or after, in his case--were irrelevant in the face of their friendship now.]

This is more of a home...than my apartment back home. I'm glad.

[And then he looks up quickly because his eyes are watering again nope. Not gonna cry.]

Sorry, sorry. I'm. I'm not that upset anymore, I promise, it's...because I'm relieved.