Excellent. [ and that's all there was to it. closing the verbal pact up with a little golden bow, she places a warm hand on his shoulder as she prepares to move out of her seat. ] You won't carry the burden alone. I'm with you in this, okay?

[ the only difference was that she didn't feel a lick of guilt. she's carrying on as if this was a simple, sealed business deal. oh, but his cup . . . has mostly been left untouched. makima brings her fingers to the mug to inspect the heat. ]

Your tea is getting cold— do you want me to heat it up for you?