[Souji honestly wouldn't even understand such a statement, because again, of course Hijikata deserves his loyalty. He would not have become the God he is unless he did, right?

He knows he's right.

Washing the wine out of the cloth, wringing it hard to get it all out, he gathers some wayward pieces of pottery shrapnel together in a pile before setting to work on yet another stain.]

Oh, I can't imagine I won't. The temple is so beautiful, and I like walking around the Heavens so far, even if some places are a bit... [He gestures at the mess with a small laugh.] We have a really nice dojo for sparring too! [...because that is how you relax. Yes.]