[ It's an interesting feeling this time around when Maruki leaves the invitation to stay open to her.
Before May, she would have declined politely. Stay as far away from Akechi, like she's done this whole time. Fear was not what drove her to keep away, but rather a general discomfort and not knowing how to handle him in this world.
But she's proven to herself she's more than capable of handling that issue now, hasn't she?
She smiles at Maruki, a little twinkle in her eyes. ]
I'll be okay. I promise I am not so delicate that you have to worry.
we can wrap!
Before May, she would have declined politely. Stay as far away from Akechi, like she's done this whole time. Fear was not what drove her to keep away, but rather a general discomfort and not knowing how to handle him in this world.
But she's proven to herself she's more than capable of handling that issue now, hasn't she?
She smiles at Maruki, a little twinkle in her eyes. ]
I'll be okay. I promise I am not so delicate that you have to worry.
hehe wrapt
Things were different back in reality, before he truly knew her, but now? No, Maruki would never think her delicate. Not for a minute.
He latches the first aid kit closed again, stands up to offer her a hand to get to her feet. ]
I know. You're stronger than most anyone I know, Okumura-san.
[ He'll still worry for her, of course, but that's simply his nature. It's what he does. ]
Come on. I'll show you the guest room so you can rest that shoulder.