Regis gives of a small sound that's... not actually a gutted-out laugh, but only because he stops himself before it gets there.

"But it is. If nothing else, when I face him, I won't have to hurt him by acting as though everything's fine."

Clarus Amicitia is a very strong man. But even he has limits, and Regis thinks it best to not push him past them, if he can help it. A few more steps, and Regis takes a deep breath, blinking his eyes clear once more and finally looking at the other man once more.

"I'm glad Noctis has people who will be able to offer the truth to him, even when it is difficult. That as an important strength."