[a tiny little grin]

Because we're partners.

[and he means that. they've only known each other for like, three days, and he means it wholeheartedly]

[what comes out of Ichigo's mouth next gets a small snort from Akira]

So did everyone else, based on your profile. "Shinigami" just screams "Reaper."

[swirls his drink in the cup again]

But because of that, I don't think you are one.

. . . are you?