[ ...The Operator is not 100% certain what cats look like. Still, they feel silently grateful that they'd gotten wings instead. Ears don't sound as if they'd be nearly as useful—or fun.
When they notice Natsume angling for eye contact, the Operator gives it—though it doesn't last long. The second he expresses his personal concern, their gaze darts away, flustered. ]
You don't need to worry. I'm— [ "—Tenno." In their own universe, it would be the only thing they'd need to say to brush off any misplaced concern. Here, it is only a name. ] ...I'll be careful.
[ They don't want him to be upset—even if it would be unnecessary. ]
I can land if I feel anything strange. [ Their eyes flick back up to Natsume. ] Did you feel anything when your cat ears disappeared?
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When they notice Natsume angling for eye contact, the Operator gives it—though it doesn't last long. The second he expresses his personal concern, their gaze darts away, flustered. ]
You don't need to worry. I'm— [ "—Tenno." In their own universe, it would be the only thing they'd need to say to brush off any misplaced concern. Here, it is only a name. ] ...I'll be careful.
[ They don't want him to be upset—even if it would be unnecessary. ]
I can land if I feel anything strange. [ Their eyes flick back up to Natsume. ] Did you feel anything when your cat ears disappeared?