[ call him sensitive, but it's actually the shift of kogami's smile that has him finally looking away. not in the way he might expect, either - though he still looks somewhat skittish, there's part of him that's soothed by the comment, too. they're all so far from home on this planet... even the smallest of reminders can help, can't it? as they walk further from the groves, the sight of level 2's more bustling areas come into view. it's bright and efficient, mostly full of residences and everyday businesses. ]

I see.

[ at last, he laughs a bit. ]

Well, I don't exactly want to say "tease me as much as you like" - [ because he'll die. ] but I'm happy if that puts you at ease! Arriving here can be jarring.

[ it was for him, though kogami looks leagues more at ease with the situation. ]