[Those pets were definitely appreciated! Reserved though he was, Pegasus still lent into Hijikata’s hand. Rider herself continued to run her fingers through the hair on his mane, gently grooming out the tangles.
How long had it been since she had taken the time to tend to him like this… briefly on their Quest before they set out each morning, yes, but otherwise she couldn’t think. Perhaps she really had been neglecting him.
Pegasus’ answer to Hijikata’s question only served as further proof of how little time she’d spent with him outside of battle; ]
”I do not need to eat, but… figs make for fine snacks. Do not feel obligated, of course."
So you like sweet things, do you…? I see… perhaps I should have been aware of that, by now.
[As if sensing the twinge of regret in Rider's voice, he sighed- turning his head her way and giving her cheek a firm nudge. And in turn, she gently pet his nose.]
…What was that for-
[For all Hijikata's obliviousness, he certainly helped to smooth an otherwise extremely awkward conversation along. Rider was grateful for that.]
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How long had it been since she had taken the time to tend to him like this… briefly on their Quest before they set out each morning, yes, but otherwise she couldn’t think. Perhaps she really had been neglecting him.
Pegasus’ answer to Hijikata’s question only served as further proof of how little time she’d spent with him outside of battle; ]
”I do not need to eat, but… figs make for fine snacks. Do not feel obligated, of course."
So you like sweet things, do you…? I see… perhaps I should have been aware of that, by now.
[As if sensing the twinge of regret in Rider's voice, he sighed- turning his head her way and giving her cheek a firm nudge. And in turn, she gently pet his nose.]
…What was that for-
[For all Hijikata's obliviousness, he certainly helped to smooth an otherwise extremely awkward conversation along. Rider was grateful for that.]