"MMM!" exclaimed Shiori, nodding and smiling, even with tears at the edges of her eyes. People on the ship were too kind for her. It was making her feel slightly horrible that they trusted her so easily, even when she knew she could deceive anyone quickly and flawlessly.

And yet, it was nice to be trusted again. "Thank you, really. I just want to make good on what I promised Negi-kun."