[ the way makoto says it is so natural kazuya almost doesn't register how weird it actually is. most of him wants to be out of here before next year - he has a feeling he'll go crazy if he's here as long as makoto is - but there's a nagging little feeling of enjoying stupid shit like going costume shopping with somebody, which he squashes. he'll examine gross fond feelings later, no thanks. ]

You should be something scary just so I can watch you scare yourself any time you look in a mirror.

[ he snickers, straightening up. he knows that's essentially a 'we'll both be here next year', but it's easier than fighting it. ]

I'm good if you are. You sure you don't want a tail? [ how did he say that last bit with a straight face. ]