[Hakkai hesitates for a moment, with an odd discomfort fleeting across his face before he smiles.]

I found him injured by the road by my home, and took care of him until he was well again. After that, he seemed content to stay.

As for my exemplar, she and I still get along, but we don't work together, so it's for the best. Actually, I think Chikusa invited her tonight.