Byleth listens, allowing him to finish fully before responding. A comforting hand coming to rest on Squall's shoulder.

"I think they're all right. New people are arriving all the time, and I think there's absolutely more to this world than we're being told. I'm certain of it. I understand being worried about your friends though." There's nothing much that can help that but the offer of some momentary comfort.

Either way, Byleth is warming to him quite quickly. Anyone who's biggest concern is those they love can't be bad.

"If it's all the same, I'm happy to help in whatever way I can."