Renji tried to pretend that he wasn't worried. He was too far away from his captain to eavesdrop on the conversation, and he wasn't certain if that was good or bad. If he heard raised voices, he could intervene quickly.

He crossed his arms over his chest and sank lower in his seat, closing his eyes and pretending to be asleep. Just in case someone looked back. He didn't want to look as upset as he felt.