Ah-hello! I, ah, wasn't able to get to the tablet in time so if you could please leave your name I'll try to contact you back--ah! And your number! Please.
[Miranda wasn't at the top of his list of people to check up on after the bombings. He had people on his mind like the guys of the Mekakushi-dan, his sister, some friends, and the girl with the red scarf who caused complicated emotions in him. In other words, he wasn't actually looking for Miranda when he passes by her but that doesn't stop him from stopping, looking over his shoulder, and back tracking to approach her hesitantly.]
[She isn't trying to be rude, but she doesn't notice Shintaro until he's nearly to her. The dark circles under her eyes are a bit larger and she looks a bit thinner, but then offers a wane smile.]
[He looks at her with concern, that look of constant nervousness on his face taking on a shade of worry as he tries not to stare, to simply... peer at her.]
I was wondering if you were okay, after the bombing. You... don't look so well.
[He's pretty sure she's not telling the truth, and that she never will. She's the type not to want to tell people if she's miserable or tired, because she'd feel like a burden. His wasn't so severe, but he understands.]
I...
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I'm fine, too. A little thirsty, maybe... [a pause] Miranda-san, do you have some free time?
Ah, well. [He had started the invitation without thinking, so now he's embarrassed, a little nervous, but he can't back out now. He's gotta do this.]
I'm not good at this sort of thing... but there's a store down the street that sells some pretty good drinks. Do you... well, do you mind if I asked you to come with me?
[She accepted his invite and even trusts him to lead the way. It's kind of flattering. He doesn't dislike it. Confidence boosted by +1 point, Shintaro's smile grows a little firmer and he also nods as he turns to walk in that direction, waiting for her to follow.]
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... Miranda-san? How're you doing?
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O-oh. Hello, Shintaro.
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I was wondering if you were okay, after the bombing. You... don't look so well.
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[Even after being a part of the Black Order for some time, she's still surprised anyone cares enough to ask.]
Oh! Oh. Ah, yes. Yes, I'm fine. [Lies. It's all liiiieesss.] I'm sorry for worrying you.
And you, Shintaro?
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I...
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I'm fine, too. A little thirsty, maybe... [a pause] Miranda-san, do you have some free time?
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[That's an honest surprise. She hadn't expected much after that.]
Ah, yes, I think so. Why?
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I'm not good at this sort of thing... but there's a store down the street that sells some pretty good drinks. Do you... well, do you mind if I asked you to come with me?
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I mean, it's finally quiet now, so I just thought it might not be a bad idea.
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It's this way.
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Lead the way.
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... How are you?
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[He points. But he doesn't exactly speed up his pace. They'll get there when they get there.]