[it gets levi's attention. the question, not the tum. well, yes, nazuna's body, too, but—that's not the point. that's so far from the point. when they answer, it's deliberate, like they're focusing on the words instead of something else. like they're pulling themself back to a normal that shouldn't be difficult to return to.]

Yes. Yeah. [they repeat it, knowing how un-casual it sounds.] I know that we've only had one conversation, but this has really been... exciting. I'm comfortable calling you my friend if you are. And I would be glad to help you get acclimated no matter what faction you end up with.