[It's kind of like cuddling En. He doesn't see Gon as really dog-like at all, but it's hard to miss some similarities.

He looks up when Gon pulls back, blinking slowly as he belatedly registers his protest.]

Eh? But I owe you a lot! [Yuya pats his hand against Gon's shoulder, the action taking up the silence Yuya needs to gather his words.] You... you protected me, and you decided to be my friend. You got me most of my duels for the championship and you always push me to be better...

[He smiles, his gaze wandering briefly as the alcohol fights his ability to focus.] I dunno where I'd be without you.