[That brings laughter, and a playful poke against Goten's shoulder.]
It's not 'making' me if I want to, Goten. I'm shinki to Mai, who's goddess of children. That means I enjoy playing too. And you, my friend--
[Now that hand is going back on the top of Goten's head affectionately.]
--are not a bother. You're a good sparring partner, a valuable ally and mentor to this less experienced shinki, and a fellow comrade in the 'where do we put all that food and get all that energy from?' state.
[A pause, and a grin.]
I like spending time with Nanako too, and she doesn't spar. I wouldn't do that if I didn't enjoy it, so why would I treat you any differently?
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It's not 'making' me if I want to, Goten. I'm shinki to Mai, who's goddess of children. That means I enjoy playing too. And you, my friend--
[Now that hand is going back on the top of Goten's head affectionately.]
--are not a bother. You're a good sparring partner, a valuable ally and mentor to this less experienced shinki, and a fellow comrade in the 'where do we put all that food and get all that energy from?' state.
[A pause, and a grin.]
I like spending time with Nanako too, and she doesn't spar. I wouldn't do that if I didn't enjoy it, so why would I treat you any differently?