I don't really understand it either. [It's not a hard admission to make, as the whole thing is still pretty foreign to her despite what just happened. Auras and Kings and whatever else still seems like a weird urban fantasy concept. Kaname'd bet her life could be considered some far out sci-fi to him in return.
She offers him a smile in return, still her usual composed self. It'll take more than two weirdos in helmets to ruffle her. One day she'll share some stories from home.]
Don't worry, I'm fine. [Now that he's calmed down as well, Kaname turns to him and gently pokes his forehead with her index finger.] But if you ever seriously tell me to leave again, the next shot will be right here. I've been through worse, so don't write me off just yet.
[It's all said with a lighthearted tone. The threat isn't serious, but the sentiment is.]
[ Teasing or not, Bandou still defends himself...just in case! ]
I wasn't trying to say you're weak or anything! I just didn't want you getting hurt if those guys tried to use you to get the hit on me!
[ She's right, though. If there's a price of points on his head, it'd be better to hide out and avoid any more assaults. Even if he could take them down. Keeping her out of it is more important than a brawl. ]
We could head to the bar. They'd be stupid to enter our headquarters.
[ Still doesn't hurt to peek out of the alley, before tugging her hand to follow him. ]
[Kaname shakes her head when he tries to explain, realizing she needs to clarify things herself.]
It's not that. You know more about this than I do, and I don't have any special abilities, either. Trust me to figure out what I can handle, especially when it comes to backing you up. I'm relying on you a lot, I'm going to help you out where I can.
[Sufficient enough for now. He receives a slight grin as she finishes, letting him know they're good. Nothing to debate here. Maybe she'll express it properly later, but Kaname does feel safer with him around, a level of trust in that she's comfortable with, whether he realizes it or not.
She doesn't notice him taking her hand until he's tugging at her to follow him. There's no particular reason to let go yet, so she follows, squeezing his lightly.]
Would they break into someone's place if they knew you'd be there?
[ He likes hearing all that. The devotion and loyalty towards friends and comrades is something he truly respects. ]
I've never heard of them doing it. But I wouldn't put it past any of them. Especially if they're desperate for points.
[ He's not noticing any oddly helmeted guys around. Or hearing any concerned shouts from people who aren't expecting everyday citizens from walking around with firearms. Pretty sure they're in the clear, for now at least, he leads her in the direction of Bar HOMRA. ]
I can explain more about all this later, if you want.
[He starts to lead, but Kaname stops, tugging him back by his hand that she's still holding. It's an effective hold and a little comforting. The entire thing hasn't rattled her, but she'll be the first to admit (again) that's she's out of her element and comfort zone.]
But my apartment's closer than the bar, as well as a different direction. Wouldn't they think that's the first place you'd go? What's to stop them from trying to cut us off before we get there? [Following his lead is good, but not without her making sure her input is heard.] That location's common knowledge, isn't it?
It's a r-- [Kaname's cut off by a loud noise coming from the arcade down the alley they just left. Her head whips around in response, then she looks back at Bandou.] Your call. A quick decision would be good.
[ He's hesitant to head to her place. Just as he was with her sticking with him in the arcade. He'd hate for them to find out the location of her apartment and her to be pulled into the situation further.
But she is right. The bar would be the most obvious place to find them. ]
Okay, your place, then. But, just for safe measures...
[ One good thing about dressing the way he does is that hardly anyone has seen what he looks like underneath it all. His hat, sunglasses and hoodie will be easy enough to replace later, so he'll quickly remove them and toss them out of sight behind one of the ally dumpsters. Incognito by being in just a t-shirt and jeans. Only Bandou could pull it off. ]
Speaking of safe measures-- [Kaname reaches out and catches the hat before it can join the other two items, promptly placing it on her head. She can pull off most hats, but a baseball cap is iffy. Not that fashion is currently a priority or anything.]
It doesn't back home, but I think my hair might stand out here, at least enough to warrant concern. [Now she looks around again, making sure the coast is still clear before nodding to him.] Lead the way, maybe a different one than we took on our trip here.
[When he does, she decides to follow silently for time, making sure they're not drawing unwanted attention.]
[ Whether she thinks she can pull off a baseball hat or not, Bandou can't help grinning about it. Mainly because it's his baseball hat! ]
You look cute like that.
[ Just a small flirty compliment before he's casually blending them into the busy streets of down town Shizume City. Running would look suspicious. So would taking any random side turns. For now, he figures trying to look as mundane as possible might be their best bet. That and any JUNGLE members with some sort of sense to them would be wise not to pull out semi-automatics in such a large group of people. ]
What-- [The reaction is immediate. Kaname stops to look at him, blinking. Congratulations, Bandou catches her off guard, a bit of red dusting her cheeks at the suddenness of the compliment. Give her a moment.
She clears her throat, following him into the main street, a little thankful to not focus on what he said too long. That's for another time. Maybe. Moving between people doesn't take much skill, so it's easy enough to follow his lead.]
I think it should. You remember which building I'm in, right?
[Seeing as it's a busy street with lots of foot traffic, Kaname reaches forward and takes his hand again so they don't get separated. She's confident she could get back on her own, but running into anyone else solo isn't a chance she's willing to take.]
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She offers him a smile in return, still her usual composed self. It'll take more than two weirdos in helmets to ruffle her. One day she'll share some stories from home.]
Don't worry, I'm fine. [Now that he's calmed down as well, Kaname turns to him and gently pokes his forehead with her index finger.] But if you ever seriously tell me to leave again, the next shot will be right here. I've been through worse, so don't write me off just yet.
[It's all said with a lighthearted tone. The threat isn't serious, but the sentiment is.]
We should probably go before they regroup, huh?
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I wasn't trying to say you're weak or anything! I just didn't want you getting hurt if those guys tried to use you to get the hit on me!
[ She's right, though. If there's a price of points on his head, it'd be better to hide out and avoid any more assaults. Even if he could take them down. Keeping her out of it is more important than a brawl. ]
We could head to the bar. They'd be stupid to enter our headquarters.
[ Still doesn't hurt to peek out of the alley, before tugging her hand to follow him. ]
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It's not that. You know more about this than I do, and I don't have any special abilities, either. Trust me to figure out what I can handle, especially when it comes to backing you up. I'm relying on you a lot, I'm going to help you out where I can.
[Sufficient enough for now. He receives a slight grin as she finishes, letting him know they're good. Nothing to debate here. Maybe she'll express it properly later, but Kaname does feel safer with him around, a level of trust in that she's comfortable with, whether he realizes it or not.
She doesn't notice him taking her hand until he's tugging at her to follow him. There's no particular reason to let go yet, so she follows, squeezing his lightly.]
Would they break into someone's place if they knew you'd be there?
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I've never heard of them doing it. But I wouldn't put it past any of them. Especially if they're desperate for points.
[ He's not noticing any oddly helmeted guys around. Or hearing any concerned shouts from people who aren't expecting everyday citizens from walking around with firearms. Pretty sure they're in the clear, for now at least, he leads her in the direction of Bar HOMRA. ]
I can explain more about all this later, if you want.
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[He starts to lead, but Kaname stops, tugging him back by his hand that she's still holding. It's an effective hold and a little comforting. The entire thing hasn't rattled her, but she'll be the first to admit (again) that's she's out of her element and comfort zone.]
But my apartment's closer than the bar, as well as a different direction. Wouldn't they think that's the first place you'd go? What's to stop them from trying to cut us off before we get there? [Following his lead is good, but not without her making sure her input is heard.] That location's common knowledge, isn't it?
It's a r-- [Kaname's cut off by a loud noise coming from the arcade down the alley they just left. Her head whips around in response, then she looks back at Bandou.] Your call. A quick decision would be good.
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But she is right. The bar would be the most obvious place to find them. ]
Okay, your place, then. But, just for safe measures...
[ One good thing about dressing the way he does is that hardly anyone has seen what he looks like underneath it all. His hat, sunglasses and hoodie will be easy enough to replace later, so he'll quickly remove them and toss them out of sight behind one of the ally dumpsters. Incognito by being in just a t-shirt and jeans. Only Bandou could pull it off. ]
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It doesn't back home, but I think my hair might stand out here, at least enough to warrant concern. [Now she looks around again, making sure the coast is still clear before nodding to him.] Lead the way, maybe a different one than we took on our trip here.
[When he does, she decides to follow silently for time, making sure they're not drawing unwanted attention.]
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You look cute like that.
[ Just a small flirty compliment before he's casually blending them into the busy streets of down town Shizume City. Running would look suspicious. So would taking any random side turns. For now, he figures trying to look as mundane as possible might be their best bet. That and any JUNGLE members with some sort of sense to them would be wise not to pull out semi-automatics in such a large group of people. ]
This way works, yeah?
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She clears her throat, following him into the main street, a little thankful to not focus on what he said too long. That's for another time. Maybe. Moving between people doesn't take much skill, so it's easy enough to follow his lead.]
I think it should. You remember which building I'm in, right?
[Seeing as it's a busy street with lots of foot traffic, Kaname reaches forward and takes his hand again so they don't get separated. She's confident she could get back on her own, but running into anyone else solo isn't a chance she's willing to take.]