[ i'm impressed it's taken this long as it is ]

I didn't say it was bad. Just not really the sort of thing a Master should wear, you know? But it's perfect for an idol.

[ Even here, that's always what she's going to be. The thought settles gloomily in her head at first and seems as though it might take root - but then Oberon's lips press to her hand and Ai's face snaps up to watch him do it. Her expression wavers in a way that's hard to read... then breaks into a smile.

Right. Not just an idol. ]

Mm. Much better suited. But don't get yourself all scratched up just to have an excuse to come back for more of it. Handshake tickets are pricey enough as it is. I don't know if you've got enough to swap for that.

[ Not that it stopped him kissing her hand already... ]