[Sabo steps closer to Perona, his hat hiding his face, and simply holds on loosely at her skirt. Even if he wanted a hug or even just to hold her hand, he won't, because he's forever uncertain whether his show of affection is welcomed; he knows too well that being rejected by someone he cares for hurts too much.]

I--I'm fine. It's just... it's been a bad month. So seeing you back's really a great relief. [So many friends being taken away, Shanks being sent home, all the issues about death... and then there's that terrible draft, and Zoro... It's really too much. He sniffles a little.] D-don't mind me. I'll be okay soon.