[ It's only after Roland's initial scope of Taiki's presence that he's content and finally able to notice the tremble he's never seen in him before. At least, not on the train. This marks the first mission they're on together, after all.
He uncurls his arms that were previously crossed against his chest, tense as they rest by his sides. His eyes don't leave Taiki's, and the shift in his tone is apparent. ]
Taiki...What's wrong? Did they do something to you? Talk to me.
[ He's completely unscathed of course, the Helpmates only able to rip clothes when they do manage to hit, but they're not hardy enough to actually damage Roland when he's focused. This is new to him though, so he has to give Taiki his utmost attention. Nevermind that between the two of them, a kirin kingmaker probably has way more power than a regular guy like him. ]
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He uncurls his arms that were previously crossed against his chest, tense as they rest by his sides. His eyes don't leave Taiki's, and the shift in his tone is apparent. ]
Taiki...What's wrong? Did they do something to you? Talk to me.
[ He's completely unscathed of course, the Helpmates only able to rip clothes when they do manage to hit, but they're not hardy enough to actually damage Roland when he's focused. This is new to him though, so he has to give Taiki his utmost attention. Nevermind that between the two of them, a kirin kingmaker probably has way more power than a regular guy like him. ]