Though he probably didn't mean to, she can feel that line she drew between him and the weakest parts of her heart cut through. Her stupid little fantasies that she barely allowed herself, so easy to step on.

Kido looks back at the water again, shoulders tense. They probably weren't romantic. She never imagined he would have flowers. Kano wouldn't do things like that for her - ah, that cut in her heart bled a little more at the thought - but it was fine.

"I-I know. I hated that. It was so irritating. You flirted with everyone." She wants to let go of his hand but can't bring herself to move away. "...But I'm not delusional, you know. I never imagined anything romantic, so don't mock me again like that."

Her voice goes quiet. "I just wanted to hear it. I didn't even expect that. No reason to. So... hearing it would be enough, if you felt that way..."