[There's no way that she wouldn't guide him into her shoulder, untangling one of her hands from his so that she can cup it to the back of his head. She'll smooth his hair down as he cries, not judging, not hurrying him, but just providing whatever strength she can through her presence and her touch.]

I know you wanted to protect her. She knows you did too. I promise you, they look down upon you now, and you will always be in their hearts--just as you will always be within mine. No matter if you can see me or not, a part of me will always be here. [Her hand shifts from the back of Shintaro's head, dropping down so that she can brush her fingers over his heart.]

I shall try to keep safe. [She says, a day before she'll want to throw the motive into the fireplace.] But if I must, I will do what it takes to protect the others brought here and banish the darkness from this place. It is my sacred duty as Oracle.