Souji has to think about that for a moment. Really, honestly think about it. He hadn't anticipated how difficult this would be for him, and he's tempted to quit now.

Quitting isn't a habit of Souji's though, and the idea isn't appealing. It's especially unappealing when it's in front of one of his friends from home. He'd lose face if he quit now, or he feels like he would. Objectively, it's unlikely Kanji would think any differently of him. But Souji can't bring himself to do it.

Nodding, he orders his thoughts, and speaks calmly, his voice bordering on casual.

"We're halfway done. We might as well finish."