I know. That doesn't mean I can't wish to spare you from this.

[Riku has faced things he doesn't know about. He realizes that. The boy has been to other worlds just like he has, and while he trusts that he can look after himself and Sora, he just wants to make sure that they know what they're getting themselves into.

He'll save the news that Aqua's gone for another time, he thinks. Riku deserves to be able to practice with his armor without the thought hanging over his head. He smiles softly.]

That's what older brothers do. What mentors are supposed to do.