She wiggled out from underneath him, a hint of urgency in her movements as she rose to her feet. There was something akin to almost panic in her eyes, though it vanished in less then a few seconds. Did he scare her that bad? His own insecurities and worries were silenced however by the small smile that appeared on her face. Gekirin smiled back, happy that she wasn't upset with him.

Rather, she appeared not to be. The woman of mysterious beauty smiled again at the sound of his name, and at the mentioning of Izumi. So it would seem that she knew the empress. Gekirin stored that piece of information later, hoping to put it to good use. Perhaps Izumi would be able to shed some light on his new friend. Or at least he hoped that she would become his friend.

A sigh left his lips as she shook her head, possibly trying to get it through his head that perhaps she could not speak. Memories of another who was mute became very much alive in his mind's eye. If that's indeed what was going on here. But he kept his outwardly composure, afraid that he would drive her away if he showed his weariness. Instead he watched her eyes and paw move back to the mainland. Another answer to another question.

I see. So you came from out there somewhere. Same as me. Good to know I'm not the only one. Gekirin smiled again her way, trying his best to be a gentleman. But most likely failing at such a grand task. Can you not speak? That's alright if you can't. I don't mind doing a little detective work. The ebony beast gave her a small playful wink, trying at least to let his guard down and show that he could be outgoing and trusting. At least to the best of his ability. Hopefully she saw that in him.