It might have taken on a different form, but you're still keeping up on the whole protection thing, aren't you.

That laugh

had been one of sheer happiness, at finding that she still hadn't changed one bit.

Pardon?

Oh, that's right. I'm actually about to go visit the grave for the first time in a while.

How about coming along, Nitori?

What? Nah, I'm good.

C'mon, no need to be shy. Let me introduce you.

Woah, hold up!