[ And there's her okay. She's got a worn threadbare smile on her face and a mug of tea in her hand when she finally comes in, looking a bit like she's not quite sure what to do with herself. ]

... I know a hot drink is a bit of a cliche, but it's just sort of what I ended up defaulting to. Or um, what I always end up going with whenever I think I'm going to have a talk with someone.

[ A beat. ]

Oh but-- well, that makes that sound a little terrifying and like I'm about to lecture you on something but I-- should I just give you the tea and stop talking now? Yes. Yes, I'll do that.

[ Handing over the tea it is. Smooth, Rii-san. ]