"No, you don't." Secretly, he's already had some sake, but he sips on his cup as if the sharp aftertaste surprises him, coughing as he swallows. Just another opportunity to train himself how to pretend successfully in front of someone. Jade did say he needed to learn that.

Leaning against him, Shinjirou closes his eyes. This must be allowed, surely? Too late to decide against seeking Jade's closeness. "Any idea why Irvin's been acting strange all day?"