[a smile that Akira mirrors, with just the slightest upward curve of his lips. his eyes twinkle a bit; despite the serious subject matter, he still manages to find ways to keep things light]

What's wrong with my jokes? You didn't find them hilarious?

[hip bump, before they both take a seat]

Confirming with Anthy is a good idea. I imagine she'll tell them exactly what she told me.

. . . does this buy me at least one more week?