Could it be called monopolizing when he willingly gave his time up to spend it with her? Or maybe they were simply both being a bit selfish in a world that had taken so much from them both. It was probably that. Especially given the faint flicker in his posture when she called him her important 'friend' that one word brought him both great joy as well as a slight sting of disappointment.

These feelings were unprecedented for Allen and as such rather than reason them out he simply let them go as they please. That in turn translated to the boldness with which he kept Lenalee close to his chest while whispering reassurances.