I think it would be more accurate to say that those whom he trusts and relies on need to remind him that he is allowed to accept our help.
[Because he has always been surrounded by people who were willing to stand with him. That has not changed for him in centuries, to Tohru's understanding. His tendencies, though...]
[ This one's excusing herself from your company now. She may have had her meal, but breakfast with the Lodge in Seigi is something she's realized she's missed; and besides, she hasn't made okonomiyaki in a while. Authentic ingredients from the place the dish was brained is always better, after all. ]
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[Because he has always been surrounded by people who were willing to stand with him. That has not changed for him in centuries, to Tohru's understanding. His tendencies, though...]
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Then reminders are definitely in order.
[ A smile your way now, Tohru. ] Thank you, for this talk.
I had not realized that I had needed it. [ She really hadn't. ]
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[Dipping his head in your direction, with a small but genuine smile.]
Have a good day, sister.
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[ This one's excusing herself from your company now. She may have had her meal, but breakfast with the Lodge in Seigi is something she's realized she's missed; and besides, she hasn't made okonomiyaki in a while. Authentic ingredients from the place the dish was brained is always better, after all. ]