"As will I," small talk. Even about the mission, it was good and helping to calm her nerves. She relaxed beside him, taking a deep breath, trying not to look too stern and more into the role they were supposed to be taking. The couples around them could do their own thing, and Mitsuru and Akihiko could do their own. Not everyone here was from a rich and spoiled family after all.

"Who says that you're supposed to take that role?" The teasing is awkward. She's chided Akihiko before over many things, even sometimes managing a quick quip or two. But even though there's not wavering in her voice, it still feels so off to her.

"I wouldn't mind a drink though."