[nathan67003]

Anna was utterly calm and composed while she waited for Setsuna's perception of herself (albeit, there was a hint of expectation). The wait was definitely worth it. Although being compared to an animal led to an internal eyebrow raise (her parents do sometimes refer to her as a fox), the rest of her leader's description warmed her heart - something which directly translated to her face.

"...Thanks, Setsuna. That means a lot to me."

[MonsterManic]

As the reddish-pink color suffused Anna's cheeks, Setsuna made a mental note to keep this memory safely stored away - for it was rare to see her react emotionally beyond the usual half-smiles and blank stares that had become commonplace between the group. "Don't mention it - you should be recognized for what you've done for us all this time."

Lying back on his bed, he stretched and sighed contently, making sure not to kick Anna off in the process. That would definitely turn her smile upside down. "Well, I'm glad you appreciated what I had to say, and I absolutely meant every word of it. Thanks for being here for me - for us."

[nathan67003]

Anna's face lit brightly at Setsuna's latest remark, eyes focused on a point about 3 meters behind his head, with a few centimetres to the left. "You're very welcome, Set."

[MonsterManic]

The expression on Anna's face was so bright it may as well have been a light bulb. This time, Setsuna grinned openly, partially in pride of having made Anna show her more expressive side and partially for having his gratefulness reciprocated. It felt good to get things off his chest, especially to people who weren't his family.

Sitting up and swinging his legs to get off his bed, he reached for his sword and shield propped against the wall, brushing off the dust which served as a testament to how long he'd been depressed and moody for. "I'll stop you from your books no longer, Anna - time to catch up on missed practice!" Setsuna called, slinging his armaments onto his back and heading for the door with a smile on his face and a renewed spring in his step.

Time to get back to work.