[ Ryoko dips her head in a brisk nod and falls into step alongside him. Despite the pointedly aggro energy she's been giving off, there's an ease with which she goes along with his suggestion that speaks to someone who's used to following orders and getting things done. She sticks close to his side, doing her best to look non-threatening (which uh, isn't hard when you look like Ryoko) though the effect is... a little ruined by the way her lip curls just a bit at the sight of the gang.

They're not here to escalate, she reminds herself. But... she really doesn't like thugs. ]

I don't think I need to point out what the smart thing to do here is. Unless you'd like things to go very badly, then I suggest you get ready to talk.