[ oh! with that suggestion, the heaviness of the atmosphere lifts ever so slightly, allowing realization to dawn on ryuu's face. no less heartfelt, of course. why didn't he think of that? it's been like pulling teeth to find someone to have a good drink with. ]

That's a good idea! Sorry, sorry, now that I think about it, I should have offered that to start with...

[ a laugh. ]

We can still keep taking a look around afterwards, if you'd like.

[ it's clear he's a social creature. active, too. ]