Maruki looks away from her, turning to the side of the couch. "Frayed at the edges...or just finding another excuse to humiliate me?" The corner of his smile sharpening.

"Oh well, I suppose it doesn't really matter now," he shakes his head as he straightens up and adjusts his glasses afer they become a little askew.

"How are you feeling? Outside the exhaustion? I did bring some snacks..."