Masaomi stands just a little taller, focuses his attention a little more intently. Izumo doesn't have to worry about him trying to brush her off now. He won't try to escape whatever she has to say. For the first time in a long time, Masaomi is content with his own actions. He didn't "win," but then, for once, he didn't really want to. Whatever Izumo has to say about that, he can take it.
Then she thanks him.
Not for getting anyone out of the cell, not for the fuss he kicked up, not for any of his actual accomplishments that day, but instead, for what he failed to do for her, despite all his efforts.
It's too dazzling. So he points to his cheek and ruins it.]
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Masaomi stands just a little taller, focuses his attention a little more intently. Izumo doesn't have to worry about him trying to brush her off now. He won't try to escape whatever she has to say. For the first time in a long time, Masaomi is content with his own actions. He didn't "win," but then, for once, he didn't really want to. Whatever Izumo has to say about that, he can take it.
Then she thanks him.
Not for getting anyone out of the cell, not for the fuss he kicked up, not for any of his actual accomplishments that day, but instead, for what he failed to do for her, despite all his efforts.
It's too dazzling. So he points to his cheek and ruins it.]
Do I get a thank you kiss?