The card is there in case Kouga tries something; Hajime doesn't trust the other not to attack. He gently moves Cutemon out of the way and gets to his feet. Not like he's got any advantages in the height department, but it's the principle of the thing. "I would like to see you try."

Master of diplomacy over here.

"He's not gonna hurt anyone, you big meanie!" Cutemon looks fit to be tied. "You're the only one threatening to cut people over here! You're just as bad as Diatrymon!"