Taiki does look up, blinking away the tears. It's silly crying like this but he knows Inigo won't mind, he won't judge him for his tears. He is too kind for that.

He looks up, meeting his eyes. Friends are such a precious thing, he has so few of them that he cherishes them all. But being someone's friend... Being thanked for being someone's friend. That is new.

He smiles, blinking away more tears. As Inigo leans towards him he turns his head. Just slightly, so Inigo's kiss lands on the side of his head rather than the centre. It's a little awkward but he tries to make up for it with another hug.