[He was a bit surprised by the upturned hand and even moreso by the way he laced their fingers together, but once he made sense of it, he tightened his grip a little in what he hoped was a reassuring gesture.
Toiuch was uncomfortable and unfamiliar, still, but this wasn't too invasive, all things considered, it was actually kind of soothing... did he need to calm down too? He hadn't realized it until just now.]

Giorno Giovanna...

Is there any way to fight him? I don't want to hide behind others forever, like a weak child.

[He was still quite proud, but he didn't take offense to the running advice, so much as the idea of hiding perpetually, given that Polnareff said it saved a friend too.

But he has too many questions now and delivers them rapid succession, with brows stitching in worry.]

What if you're both indisposed?

... I've never met this Giovanna person, how will I recognize him?

And can I take your picture? I'll remember better that way.