The moment I'm in the hallway I feel like crumbling to my knees, like that would do any good at all. I don't, but I do sway a little, and bring a hand up to cover my eyes for a moment.

I hope things go well in there. As well as they can go, anyway. It won't excuse me giving away Emi's secret like that though, even if it was an accident.

Part of me is startled to see Kurorin, part of me glad, and another part a little worried that he's going to tell me off like I should be told off.

It's not often I feel guilt. But right now is one of those rare times.

I simply nod, I don't need to ask for confirmation of what he's asking.