[It takes a while for Kallen to rein in her annoyance, recognizing Ryuu's sincerity behind his words, but the skeptical eyebrow quirk stays put along with the sourpuss, cat-drenched-in-water look, only muted this time. Her hands rest idly on her hips, and she tilts her head to one side.]
... You're a weird guy. Are you some white knight for girls?
[She says in a flat tone.]
And just to let you know, I can defend myself against danger. I've dealt with a bunch of crap before, so— [She pauses, creasing her forehead.] Don't worry about me, okay?
[Didn't Slaine say the same to Kallen when she offered to protect him? Ryuu brings that memory to mind.
That's not say she refuses help if she needs it, but there's a little thing called pride — which she possesses in spades. She knows there's no ill intent in him, but the last thing she wants is for anyone to get hurt for her sake.]
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... You're a weird guy. Are you some white knight for girls?
[She says in a flat tone.]
And just to let you know, I can defend myself against danger. I've dealt with a bunch of crap before, so— [She pauses, creasing her forehead.] Don't worry about me, okay?
[Didn't Slaine say the same to Kallen when she offered to protect him? Ryuu brings that memory to mind.
That's not say she refuses help if she needs it, but there's a little thing called pride — which she possesses in spades. She knows there's no ill intent in him, but the last thing she wants is for anyone to get hurt for her sake.]