( Of course, she watches him to make sure he's catching on. She can only tease Koki for moving around so much for so long before they catch on. She'd expected to see his serious face-- the one she was used to seeing whenever her brother was thinking whether it be shogi with Takumi or in a war meeting. What she doesn't expect the smile and it catches her off guard completely. She gives a small jump and immediately looks away, cheeks turning a shade brighter. It's not everyday she gets to help Ryoma. It's bittersweet. )

W-well... then I think it's Fumiya's turn--

( He complains. It's a new game! New person, new game! And the new person has to be "it" in the middle. )

Oh, but that really isn't fair... he's only just met everyone. He... he won't know any of our names. ( Ah... luckily for her, she doesn't have time to be sad for it before the boy laughs, "Then he better learn fast!" And the kids begin to form a circle around Ryoma. ) Ah, I'm sorry.

( She gives Ryoma an embarrassed glance-- the first look she's given him since his smile shook her. )

... But I-I believe in you.