"Just to make it clear, this doesn't mean we're friends."

Was the first thing the Balladeer said after he helped you defeat an unbeatable monster. His arms were crossed, and he looked away in disgust. You kinda figured, since all he did while he was fighting the boss was shame you for being pathetic, but perhaps he thought otherwise.

As he finishes speaking, he turns away. Deep inside, he wishes he didn't. Maybe he wishes he would've been with you a little longer.