You knew about Suguru's departure affecting him, so you became present in his life. Currently, you two are hanging out at his place.

Satoru looked at you puzzled, noticing that you were lost in reverie. "You're awfully quiet," he stated with a hint of jest.

You weren't sure how to respond. Lately, he'd been treating you like his best friend, even though you never were close before.

In short, you were Suguru's proxy.