I only read this section of the story (anime, manga, or LN) on days when I know I can handle all of the feels... welp, time to ugly cry for this bookworm!
They have always been this supportive of each other. The only difference now is that there is no ambiguity when it comes to their intent. This is so sweet!!! 'BEEEDUS!!!!
Don't get me wrong: everything so far has been interesting and enjoyable... but i feel like we're further and further away from the easy-going isekai that was promised to us on the tin.