Mamako on the other hand, didn't seem at all bothered by his curt tone.

She waits for him to at least take a few bites of the snacks she prepared, before reaching for her own cup of tea. One because she was feeling a little parched, and to also calm her nerves. When revealing her plans to her small circle of friends, they had all looked to her in concern. His reputation was terrible, they warned. Why on Earth would you even consider starting a relationship with him?

After her second sip from her cup, she sets it back down on the table. Without hesitation she reaches over and takes a hold of the hand closes to her. Her grip firm to call his attention, but gentle enough so that he could pull away if he wanted.

"Bison, dear, I've been thinking." She guides his hand to rest on her lap, turning so that she could face him directly. It had only been a few words, yet her heart was already pounding heavy in her chest. "Lately I've been noticing the way you've been looking at me. You've...probably caught me staring a few times as well. And...it got me thinking that maybe there might be something between us? A...mutual attraction of sorts."