[Seriously? Ryuji never says shit he doesn't mean, and he's a little weary that Yusuke wants to heat it straight from his mouth, but he's not going to deny the request, either. If it means something to his friend, of course he's going to slam full speed on the gas pedal, even if it's kind of embarrassing.]

Heh, this is kinda awkward, callin' up a dude just to ask him to repeat the same thing he texted you. But. Uh.

Yeah.

I'll always protect you, man.