Xion's gentle smile and warm hand did reassure him somewhat. Though it did nothing for the muddled memories in his head, it lifted his spirits in a way he didn't entirely anticipate. The moment was short-lived, however, as Lea reached down and plucked Xion without effort.

Something about the gesture was incredibly alarming-- and familiar-- though he couldn't place why. "Axel!" he blurted without thinking, then immediately felt bad. Lea wasn't actually doing anything to her, he just... picked her up. The reaction was so unconscious, he just... "Don't you think that's a little much? -- Never mind, let's just move."

Time to go. With his own dwindling strength, he held tightly onto his Keyblade, and still tried to lead Lea and the captive Xion toward safety.