[Kiraki noticed his slight shift in expression. She picked up her tea to let him speak. Listening carefully to every word. She took a sip and pondered for a brief moment before speaking.]

I mean, I don't know if you should get your hopes up. He's never been too keen on me...

She put her tea cup down, giving him a small smile as she met his eyes.]

But, you seem confident, so I'll believe you. I know it's really important to you that we get along, especially now.

[a slight pink tinge entered her cheeks as she remembered exactly how Kaito had found them. Although it was probably for the best that they had stopped when they did, she was still just a little disappointed.]

But...I'm sure it was a shock. I hope he didn't give you too much of a hard hard time...