It takes a second, but Axel holds him back. He's not actually able to really cry, and Sora deserves better than crocodile tears, so Axel's just... uncharacteristically silent for a few seconds. "Thanks. I appreciate it."

He's tired of living like this, but he doesn't show it. Instead, he just grins again. "So, what do you think of the carnival so far? I know it can get kinda... crazy, but it's pretty fun, huh?"