[It's subtle, but Akechi's surprise shows in the slight widening of his eyes. Considering how infrequently he associates with other teens, he's quite used to mostly interacting with adults who are far too self-centered to ever look outside of themselves for even a moment and fangirls who lack all sense of reason. So he isn't used to being seen to this extent, as himself, instead of as someone who can do things for others.

Maybe there is some truth to her claims of paranormal skill.]

Thank you. [simply] I'll admit, I'm out of practice connecting with anyone my age, but I suppose there's no time like the present to reeducate myself.