Ah... [Kazumi's smile falters slightly; there's a slight shaking of the head.] Shi-chan and Ryuu-chan are in a league of their own, Malba. They... their kindness has everything to do with how special they are. [Kazumi explains.] But. I'm glad you think I'm nice. Hmm, how long can I keep up this charade? [the kokuei laughs. After a moment, Malba's hand is grasped within Kazumi's own, and the boy is being drawn to Shiox's room.]