[A line like that, being laid on that thick, would very likely have Ann blushing, Haru blinking in surprise, and Futaba blue-screening. Makoto, on the other than, reacts only with a slight widening of her eyes. She doesn't really know how to respond to that other than to take a single step backwards and set herself in a patient position.

Waiting.]

I mean, I was in a bit of a hurry. So, perhaps if we work together, we may be able to solve this more quickly.

[Head canting to one side, she offers a muted smile.]

Wouldn't that be more beneficial to both of us?