[...He grants her that permission, and she really wasn't sure that he was going to. But somehow, it's such a huge relief that she brightens up a little despite herself, mental tone growing a little lighter as well.]
Oh...thank you very much, Near-san! That's--I really, really appreciate it!
[Private]
Oh...thank you very much, Near-san! That's--I really, really appreciate it!
[if they were face-to-face, she'd be bowing.]