[ so, while nikkari is still mostly affable for the most part, and is certainly still smiling, there's a certain aloofness to his demeanor when he and katy get the chance to talk with each other. ]

So, Katy-san. Have you put any thought into who you may be summoning this week? As it stands, I was looking to speak with Hizamaru-san—Higekiri-san asked me to deliver some messages to him. They're of a sensitive enough matter that I'd feel... somewhat apprehensive trying to get a third—or fourth, at this point—party to convey the messages.