[A healthy amount of skepticism is good, like how Ryner never believes a word out of that vicious demon's mouth. In fact, considering his life, he'd say it's probably best to just be skeptical of everything. Because no matter what anyone says, it's never going to be just one all-nighter of paperwork, it's never going to be just twenty dango shops they're going to drag you to, and no matter how much you embarrass yourself by launching into hysterics, the people closest to you will stop at nothing to torment you.
... Ah, this isn't about him, is it?
Well, she's young. Best she learn now that life is a huge disappointment.
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... Ah, this isn't about him, is it?
Well, she's young. Best she learn now that life is a huge disappointment.
He accepts the water, giving a small nod.]
Thanks. I'm Ryner. And you are...?