[Well, if she won't acknowledge the Kelpie thing, he won't either…? But her bashful reaction is kind of… cute. Especially the way her ears move. And she's a little taller now, isn't she? …No, stop staring and start listening, don't make it worse! Focus!
It's true, everyone except Neku and Swallow had departed for the wastes, leaving the house rather empty-feeling. He didn't have the details, but it sounded dangerous, so he was more than glad that Swallow had elected to stay home this time, especially after the lake expedition incident.
Normally, her offer would make him happy, but in those circumstances, it's hard not to feel like she's just defaulting to him for lack of other options. And her wording doesn't help. It… kind of stings, actually—so much so that he doesn't notice the hint of a smile on her face.]
Not really. But, uh… are you sure…? You don't have to force yourself to bring me along or anything…
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It's true, everyone except Neku and Swallow had departed for the wastes, leaving the house rather empty-feeling. He didn't have the details, but it sounded dangerous, so he was more than glad that Swallow had elected to stay home this time, especially after the lake expedition incident.
Normally, her offer would make him happy, but in those circumstances, it's hard not to feel like she's just defaulting to him for lack of other options. And her wording doesn't help. It… kind of stings, actually—so much so that he doesn't notice the hint of a smile on her face.]
Not really. But, uh… are you sure…? You don't have to force yourself to bring me along or anything…