[ There was something funny about hearing him say that. It was almost ironic? Coming from a life where she was forced to please others for payment she herself didn’t get to keep to another where she still serves others.. But this was different. ]

This time..this time it’s worthwhile. [ She let’s out a small sigh as she gives him a small smile. She does appreciate the advice. ]

Oh, I haven’t— um, Alex. Alex is fine. [ Though now she’s realizing something else she hadn’t done. ]

By the way..are you okay? Your fight with the ayakashi..you didn’t get hurt, did you? [ She looks him over for any signs of inury or blight. ]