#soulfigure

they're caught slightly off - guard by mahito's presence --- & even more so by the small rodent offered to them ? perhaps this is mahito's idea of a thoughtful gift - the irony of the gift of a life not quite being lost upon them. still, the sorcerer can't help but giggle, cradling the small creature gently in their palms as to not scare the poor thing.

"awww , is this lil' guy my birthday gift? i'll be sure to get him checked out at the vet, right buddy ? " normally, the circumstances would call for a hug, but hotaru opts for an air - hug instead --- that way, they're not touching , right?!

" thank you , mahito !!! " ( a new sentence they hope becomes a habit! )