Sorry, chinchin. You might've had a chance, but if it comes between Buttercup getting injured or a pest, Tidus knows who he wants to see be safe. The ensuing situation isn't one he can get involved in, not easily - and he'll let the young girl do what she has to, either if she gets it to scarper or takes it out.

But he's gotten closer, not crowding, but ready to jump in if she needs it.